Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, a four-time Olympic gold medallist and six-time world record breaker in the 400m hurdles, understands better than anyone that timing is everything both on and off the track. Her precision and discipline in athletics have shaped the way she approaches her everyday life.
“Time is everything,” she told Vanity Fair. “I’m very punctual, sometimes too much. Being late stresses me out because every second counts. You can’t get time back, so you have to make every moment count.”
The 26-year-old American star has continued to push boundaries in track and field, recently setting the U.S. record in the 400m flat at the 2025 World Athletics Championships. Yet despite her extraordinary accomplishments, she insists there’s more to achieve.
“There’s still a lot left to do,” McLaughlin-Levrone said. “I want to run 49 seconds in the 400m hurdles and go after the 400m world record. There’s time for decisions ahead but a lot of hard work too.”
Away from competition, McLaughlin-Levrone prioritizes recovery and family. “I love to sleep maybe too much,” she admitted with a laugh. “Relaxation for me means stepping away from the track and spending time with my husband and family.”
Even in her quieter moments, her competitive spirit never fades. “I’m afraid of not giving my best,” she said. “I always want to know that I gave everything I had. I don’t want to look back and regret holding back. I want to be proud of the effort I gave, in every situation.”
McLaughlin-Levrone’s drive and respect for time continue to define her not just as one of track and field’s greatest athletes, but as someone who values every fleeting second on and off the track.
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