Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone had a crowning victory at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
On August 8, the sprinter, 25, defended her own world record – for the sixth time – when she completed the 400m hurdles in 50.37 seconds. The sprinter’s performance is electrifying to watch, enhanced by the visible excitement of the spectators and the lively commentary of sports announcers.
During the race, the runner maintained the lead as she made it through the course’s final turn, breaking even further away from her competition. She sprinted down the home stretch to the finish line as the stadium roared with excitement. She crossed the finish line by a significant distance – 1.50 seconds – ahead of second place, her teammate Anna Crockell.
McLaughlin-Levrone took her victory lap with tiara.
Speaking to NBC after her race, she explained the sentimental value of the tiara.
“My sister-in-law gave me this. She told me months ago that she was going to bring it. After the race, she was going to give it to me, so I’m sporting this for her,” she told the reporter with a smile.
“Congratulations, you’re queen,” the reporter replied.
On social media, users celebrated her big win and expressed how her speed and precision during the race was a display of her unmatched skill and determination.
“The crown belongs to Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone! Congratulations!” a user signed X.
“Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone rightfully wears the crown and shares the American honor with Tara Davis-Woodhall!” another added. “Legendary!!
“Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone. GIVE THAT QUEEN her crown!!” another wrote.
How many times has Sydney McLaughlin broken world records?
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone broke the world record for the sixth time on August 8 at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
The hurdler did her Olympic debut in Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympics when she was 16. She competed in the 400 meter hurdles and finished 6th.
What is the world record in the 400 meter hurdles?
The women’s 400m hurdles world record is 50.37 seconds on 8 August.
Where is Sydney McLaughlin from?
American Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is a hurdler and sprinter from New Brunswick, New Jersey.
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