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McLaughlin breaks record

Sydney McLaughlin delivered a sizzling world-record breaking 400-meter hurdles victory as the weather-disrupted US Olympic track and field trials drew to a thrilling close in Eugene, Oregon, on Sunday. McLaughlin stole the show, scorching to a stunning victory in 51.90 seconds after an epic battle with rival Dalilah Muhammad. The 21-year-old McLaughlin became the first woman ever to duck below the 52-second barrier after a superb tactical race against reigning Olympic and world champion Muhammad. Muhammad — who had held the previous world record of 52.16 following her win over McLaughlin at the 2019 world championships in Doha — was second in 52.42. Anna Cockrell claimed the third qualifying spot in 53.70.




 

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