Overview

• McLaughlin-Levrone confirmed her participation in the 100m flat and 100m hurdles at the Philadelphia leg of the Grand Slam Track Series, marking her first 100m flat race since 2018.
• She dominated the 400m hurdles and 400m flat events at the first two Grand Slam stops in Kingston and Miami, securing maximum points in the series' long hurdles category.
• The competition in Philadelphia features top-tier rivals, including Masai Russell, Danielle Williams, and Ackera Nugent, making the 100m hurdles one of the most competitive fields in the sport.
• McLaughlin-Levrone brings a personal best of 12.65 seconds in the 100m hurdles and has demonstrated flat speed with a 22.07 in the 200m and 7.33 in the 60m.
• The Grand Slam Track Series challenges athletes to compete in paired events across different venues, emphasizing versatility and pushing boundaries in track and field.