Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone will make her Pre Classic debut July 5 on NBC and Peacock. 🍿

Sydney McLaughlin‑Levrone is set to make her highly anticipated debut at the Prefontaine Classic on Saturday, July 5th, in Eugene, Oregon broadcast live on NBC and Peacock . Here’s a comprehensive look at what this means, why it’s important, and what to expect:

 

🏃 Who She Is

 

The reigning Olympic champion and world-record holder in the 400 m hurdles, McLaughlin‑Levrone most recently broke her own record with a staggering 50.37 seconds at the 2024 Paris Olympics .

She returned from Paris with two gold medals in both the hurdles and the 4×400 m relay adding to her dominance from Tokyo in 2021 .

In total, she has claimed four Olympic golds, three world championship golds, and earned a Diamond League title, firmly establishing herself as one of the greatest of her generation .

 

What’s Special About July 5

 

The Prefontaine Classic will feature a special non‑Diamond Discipline women’s 400 m flat race, marking McLaughlin‑Levrone’s first appearance at this meet .

She’s already opened her flat 400 m season with impressive runs 50.32 in Kingston and 49.69 in Miami on her way to preparing for this event .

The Hayward Field track in Eugene holds special significance: both her hurdle and flat personal bests have been set there, including her current flat PB of 48.74 at the 2023 U.S. Championships .

 

Why It Matters

 

This flat 400 m race is a strategic showcase, highlighting her raw speed without the hurdles. Her prior times already slot her among the world’s best flat sprinters.

Headlining a high‑profile meet like the Prefontaine Classic raises her visibility on U.S. television, and the race will feature top-tier officials and fellow champions.

Her presence elevates the event’s prestige, joining the ranks of global stars such as Faith Kipyegon, Jakob Ingebrigtsen, and Mondo Duplantis who are also set to compete .

 

Tune In

Date & Time: Saturday, July 5

Location: Hayward Field, Eugene, Oregon

Broadcast: NBC and Peacock don’t miss a moment of what promises to be a landmark performance.

With her mix of Olympic-winning experience and flat‑speed credentials, McLaughlin‑Levrone’s Prefontaine Classic debut promises to be a historic moment one that could reaffirm her dominance and electrify the Eugene crowd. Now is the perfect time to mark your calendar and catch this milestone event!