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Paulino's New Decision Could Give Sydney an Edge
October 19, 2025 | Edition #283
👋 Hey, Speedster!
A lot went down this week! Big decisions were made, and a few more are on the way. So here’s a weekly recap that starts with a major change that Sydney’s competitor could be making…
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Sydney’s Path Clears as Marileidy Paulino Teases Big Shakeup |
After Femke Bol, Olympic record holder Paulino has hinted at a change and it might advantage Sydney. |
As you read above, Marileidy Paulino has said that she might be trying the 800m event as a test next year. In case she does, tell us...
Do You Think Paulino's Shift Will Benefit Sydney's Winning Chances in the 400m? |
57 years and a day ago, Bob Beamon made history! On October 18, at the 1968 Mexico Olympics, he grabbed gold with a massive 8.90m jump. It stood as a world record for 23 years until Mike Powell took it down. Even today, it stands as the men’s long jump Olympic Record. Watch his historic jump below…
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