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Two-time Olympic medalist Fred Kerley recently reacted to Miami, Florida, hosting the second event of the inaugural season of the Grand Slam Track League in 2025. Kerley joined the competition founded by Michael Johnson after his Paris Olympics campaign.
Johnson, the legendary American Olympian, announced the launch of the league to promote track and field in the same way other popular sports are marketed. The first season of the competition will be launched next year in April. Unlike traditional track and field events that take place once every four years, the league will be held four times annually. The first event of 2025, known as the "Slam," will be hosted in Kingston, Jamaica, from April 4 to 6.
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On Tuesday, November 12, the Grand Slam Track League announced that Miami will be hosting the second leg of the competition from May 1 to 4. Michael Johnson said in a press release (via Flo Track):
"South Florida knows how to host big events, and that’s exactly what we’re bringing with Grand Slam Track. This region has a real passion for sports, and I’m confident the energy here will make it a memorable experience for both the racers and the fans. We’re building something special, and Miami is going to be a huge part of that."
Fred Kerley reposted the news on Instagram with the caption:
"AT THE CRIB WITH IT."
Besides Miami and Kingston, Los Angeles will also be hosting the Grand Slam Track League.
Fred Kerley on joining the Grand Slam Track League
Fred Kerley and 32 other athletes have so far signed on with the Grand Slam Track League. Kerley joined the competition after winning a bronze medal in the 100m event at the Paris Olympics, marking his second Olympic medal after a silver in Tokyo in the same distance. He signed with the league in September and has since become one of its key faces.
Sharing his thoughts on the sporting spectacle, Kerley said (via Flo Track):
"When I first heard about Grand Slam Track, I knew it was something I wanted to be part of. I love competing and think the fans will really enjoy this new Track format."
In addition to Kerley, the Grand Slam Track League will also feature Kenny Bednarek, the 200m silver medalist from the Paris Olympics.
