HISTORY MADE: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Blazes 52.76 in April, Becomes First Woman Ever to Break 53 Seconds This Early in the Season
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has once again shattered expectations—and records. The American superstar clocked a jaw-dropping 52.76 in her 2025 season opener, becoming the first woman in history to run under 53 seconds in the 400m hurdles in the month of April. The race, captured at the Grand Slam Track event, sent shockwaves through the track world as Sydney proved she’s already in world-class form. With the Paris 2025 Olympics looming, fans are left wondering: if this is her opener, what’s coming next?