The World Athletics Championship witnessed history. The USA’s Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone blasted through the 400-meter race and left more than a few jaws on the floor. Her time was the fastest in 40 years. And at just 26, her resume is embellished with some of the most pristine honors. There are a few praises that could do her accolades justice, but Draymond Green managed to give her the recognition that she deserves.
McLaughlin-Levrone ran a 47.78 during her gold medal finish in Tokyo. It’s the second fastest time in history, only trailing East Germany’s Marita Koch from 1985. However, it wasn’t just that. The 26-year-old needed to be on historic form in order to win gold, and she delivered one of the best runs of her young career. Green, for one, is often seen praising fellow athletes.