Track and Field Begins, Tokyo Scorcher and 10,000m Surprise
Track and field has officially begun and both the men and women laid down some fast times through qualifying heats. The men’s 10,000m was the only final contested, and it brought a few surprises for some.
Tokyo Under State of Emergency, Olympic Will Now Have No Spectators
Japan declares another state of emergency and bans fan attendance for Games. How this will affect the Olympics this month is questionable.
Day Of Drama As Prominent Olympians Get Dropped From Games
Newton’s Third Law of Motion states that for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. After an incredible last few weeks in track and field, that law held true with a gloomy bounce back. News of many of the world’s best women received bans or are ruled out of the Olympics this month.
World Records Fall, Teens Make Olympic Team
The final day of the Olympic Trials wrapped up with more world records and stunning performances you won’t believe.
Thomas, Holloway, Knighton, Price, and Benjamin Make History
Day 7 of the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials and all our minds have been blown. Shockwaves are sent across the globe as records fall like rain.
Harrison and Knighton Pursue History
Day 6 brings us closer to breaking more barriers, as high school sensation Erriyon Knighton edges closers to sub-20 seconds, and LSU jumper, JuVaughn Harrison attempts a historical double.
Coburn Captures One of Three Meeting Records
The 2021 U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials resumed after a brief hiatus and didn’t miss a beat. Three records fall.
Supreme Court Rules Against NCAA in 9-0 Decision
The Supreme Court unanimously affirms the decision to increase limits on educational compensation for Division I student-athletes, opening the door for more significant legal challenges down the line. Read More
World In Shock As Brazier Falters In 800m Final
With so many impressive results and newly minted Olympians, it is hard to believe of those we won’t be seeing the likes of Donavan Brazier, Jenny Simpson, or Shelby Houlihan.
Felix And Bromell Set To Make Another Olympic Team
Olympic Trials Day Three. Eight finals were contested and twenty-four athletes claimed a spot on Team USA. Allyson Felix, Trayvon Bromell, Vashti Cunningham, Michael Norman, and more step up to the plate and knock it out of the park.
Sha'Carri Richardson and Valarie Allman Shine on Day Two
After a stellar Day 1 at the US Track and Field Olympic Trials, Sha’Carrie Richards and Valarie Allman punch their tickets to Tokyo on Day 2. Trayvon Bromell and Keni Harrison impress on opening rounds.
Ryan Crouser Cements GOAT Status With WR
Big first day from the 2021 US Track and field Olympic Trials. Blistering early sprint rounds, well-planned distance runs, and…a world record?