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With some athletes ‘suffering financially,’ Michael Johnson hopes his new league can bring value to track and field
Michael Johnson wants to make one thing clear: track doesn’t need saving. But he does think it needs improving.
Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track begins tonight: What is it and how does it work?
This new athletics competition eschews field events as it tries to stoke rivalries that will breathe new life into the sport ...
‘No gimmicks’: Michael Johnson details exactly what to expect from Grand Slam Track
While the new league has a starry field of signed Racers, including the likes of Olympic 200m champion Gabby Thomas and ...
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Athletics pays less than other sports. Michael Johnson wants to change that
Grand Slam Track, a new series of races, plans a fan-friendly format ...
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"Starts to get disrespectful to these athletes"- Michael Johnson calls out content creators for competing against Olympic gold medalist athletes
Michael Johnson has been vocal about the issues around track and field. He recently launched Grand Slam Track, a meet that aims to create a revolution in track by being fan-focused and offering ...
Michael Johnson’s New Grand Slam Track League Promises Speed, Star Power and a Big Payday
The inaugural season of the new professional track series is set to kick off in Kingston, Jamaica, with lofty goals of ...
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With some athletes ‘suffering financially,’ Michael Johnson hopes his new league can bring value to track and field
Michael Johnson wants to make one thing clear ... for a brief, two-week window, athletes compete for status and legacy at the Summer Olympic Games. In that moment, track and field is suddenly ...
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With some athletes ‘suffering financially,’ Michael Johnson hopes his new league can bring value to track and field
The new league, which will feature 4 "Slams" in 4 cities, aims to transform how the sport operates by putting athletes and rivalries front and center. - Clipped From Video Michael Johnson wants to ...