The U.S. will undoubtedly send another sizable track and field delegation to the Olympics this summer. But almost every spot will have to be earned with a strong showing at the Olympic track and field trials from June 21-30.
The trials are underway from Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. For many of the Olympic hopefuls, a top-three finish in their respective event will be enough to secure a spot — as long as they meet Olympic qualifying standards.
Even if they don’t meet the standard, they could still make the cut if they are high enough in World Athletics’ world rankings. The full U.S. Olympic track and field delegation might not be set until July 7, a week after the trials, as athletes wait on the final rankings ahead of the Summer Games.
For the most part, though, the Olympic trials in Eugene will determine which track and field athletes are headed to Paris to represent the United States.
Some of the nation’s brightest stars, including Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles, are competing to secure their spots on the world’s biggest stage, which puts all eyes on Hayward Field over the final days of June.
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