Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, born Sydney Michelle McLaughlin on August 7, 1999, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, is an American track and field athlete specialising in the 400-metre hurdles and sprints.
The 24-year old athlete’s journey in track and field began in her childhood, following in the footsteps of her athletic family. Her father, Willie McLaughlin, was a semi-finalist in the 400 metres at the 1984 Olympic Trials, while her mother, Mary, was a successful high school track athlete.
McLaughlin-Levrone's talent became evident during her high school years at Union Catholic Regional High School in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. She made history as the first two-time Gatorade Player of the Year in Track & Field. Her breakthrough came in 2016 when she qualified for the U.S. Olympic team, becoming the youngest athlete (aged 16) to do so in track and field since 1980.
She holds the current world record of 50.68 seconds, set at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene, Oregon. This performance made her the first woman to break the 51-second barrier in the event. Her progression in the discipline has been remarkable, with four world records set over 13 months between 2021 and 2022.
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How old is Sydney McLaughlin?
As of 2024, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is 24 years old. Born on August 7, 1999. Her age as defined by the various milestones she has achieved at different stages of life is as given below:
At 15, she became the 2015 World Youth Champion.
At 16, she qualified for the 2016 Rio Olympics, being the youngest track athlete on the U.S. team since 1980.
At 19, she turned professional after one year at the University of Kentucky.
At 21, she won her first Olympic gold medal in the 400-metre hurdles at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic).
At 22, she set a new world record and became the World Champion in 2022.
Sydney McLaughlin Other Physical Attributes
| Attribute | Measurement |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) |
| Weight | 61 kg (134 lbs) |
Height
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone stands at 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) tall.
Weight
McLaughlin-Levrone's weight is reported to be 61 kg (134 lbs).
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FAQ's On Sydney McLaughlin’s Age
A. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone's earnings include a reported $1.5 million annual base salary from her New Balance sponsorship, which she signed in 2018 after turning professional. Her total income likely includes additional performance bonuses and other endorsements.
A. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is married to Andre Levrone Jr. The couple tied the knot in 2022, adding Levrone to her name.
A. While Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone specialises in the 400m hurdles, she has also competed in the flat 400m. In 2023, she ran a world-leading time of 48.74 seconds in the 400m at the USATF Championships.
A. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is aiming to compete in the 400-metre hurdles at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She has already surpassed the Olympic standard with a world-leading qualification time of 52.70 seconds in May.
A. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is coached by Bobby Kersee, a renowned track and field coach. Kersee has been working with McLaughlin-Levrone since 2020 and has coached her through recent world-record performances.
