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Athlos Launches in NYC: A New Era for Women's Track and Field

Alexis Ohanian's innovative event features top female athletes, lucrative prizes, and major entertainment to elevate women's sports.

  • Athlos, created by Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, debuts in New York City with a focus on women's track and field.
  • The event offers over $500,000 in total prize money and splits 10% of all proceeds among the athletes.
  • Olympic champions like Gabby Thomas and Faith Kipyegon will compete in six race categories, from 100m to 1500m.
  • Entertainment includes performances by Megan Thee Stallion and DJ D-Nice, making it a sports and music spectacle.
  • The event will be broadcast live on ESPN+, YouTube, DAZN, and X/Twitter, providing rare exposure for track and field in the U.S.
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