Runners Fight Brutal Conditions for Nationals

Hey Speedsters! 👋

Rain, shine, or even snow, when qualification is on the line, nothing comes in the way. Some athletes just proved this by facing brutal conditions while running. This wasn’t a usual race, it got way tougher than one would think!

In The Spotlight 🏃

Track Community Stunned as Athletes Fight Extreme Weather

Some cross country runners were in for a ‘cold’ shock as their path to qualifying for the nationals had to go through a tricky way.

Around The Rings 🥇

Today’s Poll 📊

As you read above, Simon Fraser University might drop out of the NCAA soon and re-enter U Sports or Canada West. Their executive Athletic director acknowledged how important staying in the NCAA meant to some students. Yet, they might move ahead in this direction. So tell us,

Sunday Ledger 🗞️

2-Time Olympian From USA Announces Shock Retirement

Quincy Wilson Finally Chooses His College

Usain Bolt’s Property Catches Fire

Jordan Chiles Suffers Heartbreak at an American Show

No Action on Rule Break Angers Track Fans

Off-Track Time 🧢

Two Olympic track and field champions stepped out for some soccer action! Pole Vault king Mondo Duplantis and 200m Olympic Champ Letsile Tebogo attended the French Ligue 1 match between Monaco and PSG. What better way to spend the off season?

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