Who broke the 400-meter hurdles world record for the fifth time?
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone broke the 400-meter hurdles world record for the fifth time by clocking 50.65 seconds at the US Olympic Trials on Sunday, July 1, 2024.
What was her previous best record in this event?
McLaughlin-Levrone’s previous best record in the 400-meter hurdles was 50.68 seconds, set at the world championships in 2022 at Hayward Field.
How long did she take off from her previous record?
She took off 0.03 seconds from her previous record of 50.68 seconds.
Who finished second and third in this event at the US Olympic Trials?
Anna Cockrell finished second with a personal-best time of 52.64 seconds, while Jasmine Jones finished third with a personal-best time of 52.77 seconds. Both athletes qualified for the Paris Olympics as a result.
Here’s an interesting piece of trivia: In how many of her five world records has Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone broken the 400-meter hurdles record at Hayward Field? Four out of her five world records have been set at Hayward Field, making it a particularly special venue for her achievements in this event.