**Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone to Make Professional 100m Debut at Philadelphia Grand Slam**
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, the world record holder in the 400m hurdles, is set to compete in her first professional 100-meter race at the Philadelphia Grand Slam Track meet on May 30, 2025. This marks a significant shift as she transitions from the 400m hurdles to the women’s short hurdles group, which includes both the 100m hurdles and the 100m flat. While McLaughlin-Levrone has previously excelled in the long hurdles segment of the Grand Slam circuit, this will be her debut in the 100m flat at a professional level. ([Reuters][1])
The Grand Slam circuit, founded by sprint legend Michael Johnson, features athletes competing in 12 event groups, earning points through two races per meet to determine group champions. McLaughlin-Levrone has already demonstrated her versatility by winning in the long hurdles events at earlier meets in Kingston and Miami. ([Reuters][1])
Her last recorded 100m flat race was in 2018 at a collegiate meet while attending the University of Kentucky, where she clocked a time of 11.07 seconds. Since then, McLaughlin-Levrone has focused on the 400m hurdles, setting a world record of 50.37 seconds at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. ([Reuters][1], [Wikipedia][2])
As she prepares for this new challenge, McLaughlin-Levrone’s participation in the Philadelphia Grand Slam is generating excitement among track and field enthusiasts. Her performance in this event could provide valuable insights into her adaptability and potential in the 100m flat, adding another chapter to her already illustrious career.([Reuters][1])
