Sydney McLaughlin: From Prodigy to Seven-Time World Record Holder

Sydney McLaughlin's incredible journey from 16-year-old prodigy to seven-time world record holder in the 400m hurdles. At just 16, McLaughlin became the youngest U.S. track Olympian since 1972 in 2016.
Over the next 8 years, McLaughlin broke the world record 7 times, becoming the first woman under 52, 51, and most recently 50 seconds. Coached by Bob Kersee, she won Olympic gold in 2020 and 2024, and world titles in 2019, 2022, 2023.
This video chronicles McLaughlin's rise from teenage phenom to the most dominant female hurdler ever. It features her record-breaking performances, Olympic triumphs, and signing with New Balance in 2018 after one year at Kentucky. A must-watch for track fans.
Key topics:
● 2016 Olympics at 16, world records from 52 to 50.65
● Coached by Bob Kersee, rivalry with Dalilah Muhammad
● 2020/2024 Olympic gold, 2019/2022/2023 world titles
● Turning pro in 2018, face of U.S. track and field
Sydney McLaughlin, 400m hurdles, world record, Olympics, track and field, Allyson Felix, Bob Kersee, Dalilah Muhammad, New Balance, prodigy, 2016 Rio, 2020 Tokyo, 2024 Paris