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Allyson Felix: Track Legend's Shock Comeback Bid for LA28
7 May
Summary
- Allyson Felix plans comeback for 2027, targeting sixth Olympics.
- She retired after the 2022 World Championships with 20 medals.
- Felix aims to compete in her hometown LA28 Games.
Track and field icon Allyson Felix is preparing for a remarkable return to competition, aiming for a sixth Olympic appearance at the LA28 Games. Felix, who now stands at 40 years old, initially retired after the 2022 World Championships, where she further cemented her legacy by earning her 19th and 20th career medals.
Her illustrious career includes 11 Olympic medals, making her the second most decorated Olympic track and field athlete in history. Felix achieved the distinction of winning an individual medal at every Olympic Games from her debut in 2004 through the Tokyo Games in 2021.
Felix intends to resume competing in 2027, with the specific events for her comeback to be determined. To qualify for the LA28 Games, she will likely need to reach the finals of the 100m or 400m at the Olympic Trials or secure a top-three finish to make the team individually.
