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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has been named the Women’s Track Athlete of the Year for 2025 by World Athletics, capping off a season where she once again redefined what excellence looks like in the 400 meters.

Already one of the most gifted athletes in the sport, McLaughlin-Levrone delivered a dominant year highlighted by her 400m world title and a world-leading performance in the flat 400m—a rare double few athletes have even attempted. Her speed, form, and command over both the hurdles and the flat event continue to elevate her into all-time territory.

McLaughlin-Levrone’s season was not simply about winning races. It was about how she won them—control from the opening strides, unmatched top-end speed, and the kind of precision that has become her signature. Every time she stepped on the track, she looked untouchable.

Her rivalry with Dutch star Femke Bol fueled global attention throughout the year, but when it came to the biggest stage, McLaughlin-Levrone delivered once again.

With this award, she solidifies her place as one of the defining athletes of her generation—and one of the most complete 400m runners the sport has ever seen.