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Sydney Secures a Multi-Million Win

December 17, 2025 | Edition #347 |
The stars are back in focus! Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone fans, its time to celebrate because she just delivered a big win for track. Again. Meanwhile, Sha’Carri shared an unexpected update from training. Amid all this, a Swiss skier also had a lucky escape, walking away unhurt from a crash that could have ended far worse…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Once again, its SML to the rescue, as she puts track and field on the global map with other sports like tennis and WNBA.
AROUND THE RINGS

TODAY’S POLL
As you read above, Sydney ended a long drought by representing track on the highest paid female athletes’ list. She has also been delivering records and golds for American in global competitions. So tell us,
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RIVALRY WATCH
While Jordan Chiles competed at UCLA’s pre-season opener recently and showed she’s in good form, Ana Barbosu isn’t far behind. Barbosu was spotted training at Stanford recently, where she stuck her first landing, and it drove an incredible reaction from her teammates. Interestingly, with both Chiles and Barbosu in the NCAA title contention this year, the 2026 season will certainly be an exciting one!
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