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Felix's Comeback: 43 and Aiming for LA Olympics
27 Apr
Summary
- Allyson Felix aims for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics at age 43.
- She holds the record for most Olympic medals by an American woman.
- Felix plans to start training in October and target a 2027 return.
American track and field icon Allyson Felix is preparing for an ambitious comeback, aiming to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Felix, who will be nearly 43 at the time of the Games, announced her intention to try out for the team, drawn by the prospect of competing in her hometown.
Felix retired in 2022 with a record 11 Olympic medals for an American track and field athlete. She earned these accolades across five Olympic Games from 2004 to 2020. Inspired by athletes like Tom Brady and LeBron James who have competed at elite levels into their 40s, Felix is motivated to pursue this goal.
Her coach, Bobby Kersee, and Felix plan to commence full training in October, with a target return to competition in 2027. Felix has also launched a website, moreinus.com, to document her journey. The athlete has previously advocated for mothers in sports, particularly after her own challenging pregnancy.
Felix's return to the track after motherhood was marked by success, including relay gold medals in 2019 and a bronze in the 400 meters at the Tokyo Games. Her pursuit of a spot in the 2028 Games marks a remarkable chapter in her already legendary career.
