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Oregon Welcomes Nigeria’s Sprint Star
Jan 11, 2025 | Edition #74
👋 Hey, Speedsters!
2025 is already turning up the heat, with fierce competition lighting up the track and plenty of jaw-dropping drama off it! If you were all in for the Sha'Carri-Julien rivalry last time, trust us—you’ll be glued to the new clashes we’re throwing on your radar today.
In a stunning move, a top athlete has made a bold career shift. But that joy turns bittersweet as the sports world is left reeling from the tragic loss of a young talent. And just when you thought things couldn’t get any more dramatic, a familiar name is back in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. You won’t want to miss what’s coming next in today’s edition!
So let’s get started!
📜 QUOTE OF THE DAY
“I always felt that my greatest asset was not my physical ability, it was my mental ability.”
— Bruce Jenner
In today’s newsletter, we’ll uncover these top stories from Track and Field universe:
🏃♂️ The Nigerian Nightmare Makes a Big Career Move
🫡 Remembering Alex Kemp’s Legacy
👀 Update on Fred Kerley Controversy
⚔️ 2025’s Biggest Track and Field Rivalries