Overview

• She lowered the American record in the semifinals with 48.29, eclipsing Sanya Richards-Ross’s 19-year mark of 48.70.
• Her 47.78 in the final set a championship record and moved her behind only Marita Koch’s 47.60 on the all-time list.
• McLaughlin-Levrone also earned gold on the U.S. 4x400-meter relay team in Tokyo.
• Asked about next steps, she said options include pursuing the flat-400 world record or targeting a sub-50 in the 400m hurdles, with decisions to be made after discussions on scheduling and recovery.
• She highlighted her support network, with husband Andre Levrone Jr.’s exuberant reaction going viral, and noted she does not intend to compete into her late thirties, citing post-career goals like skiing and snowboarding.