The World Record-Holder vs. the Rio Champion: Who Will Win the Women’s 400m Hurdle Final at Paris 2024?

Femke Bol and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone are set to face off in the women’s 400m hurdle final at the upcoming Olympic Games Paris 2024. McLaughlin-Levrone, who holds the world record and is the reigning Olympic champion, set a world-leading time in the semi-finals with a smooth run that saw her finish ahead of Rio 2016 champion Dalilah Muhammad.

McLaughlin-Levrone has expressed her focus on the race, emphasizing the importance of qualifying through the rounds and preparing for the final. She plans to “let it fly” in the final, indicating her determination to perform at her best. Anna Cockrell had the second-fastest time of the day in the semi-finals, while other athletes like Shamier Little, Jasmine Jones, and Rachel Glenn followed closely behind.

The women’s 400m hurdle final is scheduled for Sunday at 17:29 PDT. This final is anticipated to be a thrilling race with McLaughlin-Levrone and other talented athletes competing for a spot in the Olympic Games Paris 2024. The full list of qualifiers for the final can be found on the event’s website.