Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone celebrating her 2025 World Athlete of the Year award.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has done it again — but this time, her honesty is what’s grabbing the spotlight.
After being crowned the 2025 World Athletics Female Athlete of the Year, the American sprint and hurdles superstar surprised everyone by admitting she didn’t feel fully deserving of the award. Her words echoed the exact sentiments many fans had been debating online, especially after what some felt was a tightly contested year in women’s track.
During the World Athletics Awards in Monaco, McLaughlin-Levrone and pole vault sensation Mondo Duplantis were named the 2025 World Athletes of the Year, closing out a night where six elite athletes were honoured across multiple categories.
Before taking home the overall award, McLaughlin-Levrone had already been named the Women’s Track Athlete of the Year. That decision immediately stirred reactions, as many fans felt other standout athletes like Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Beatrice Chebet also had strong cases.
Instead of brushing off the criticism, Sydney acknowledged it — gracefully.
“I’m honestly blown away to win this. I don’t even feel deserving to be honest,” she said. “It was a tough season in a field that was so stacked with amazing talent. I’m grateful for how they pushed me to new heights.”
Her humility instantly won fans over, turning what could have been a controversy into a moment of genuine appreciation for the sport.
Despite her humble tone, Sydney’s achievements in 2025 were nothing short of historic.
She claimed the world 400m title in Tokyo with a blazing 47.78s — a North American record and the second-fastest time ever. With that, she became the first athlete to win world titles in both the 400m flat and 400m hurdles.
She also helped Team USA dominate the 4x400m relay and extended her undefeated streak in both the flat 400m and the hurdles for two straight years. Twenty-four consecutive wins in the 400m hurdles is not just impressive — it’s legendary.
Looking ahead, McLaughlin-Levrone promises to keep pushing the limits.
“Track and field is the best sport in the world,” she said. “For me, 2025 was about stepping outside my comfort zone. I want to keep pushing boundaries in 2026.”
Her dedication is exactly why she remains one of the most respected figures in global athletics.
Sydney’s blend of humility and dominance reminds the world why track and field remains one of the most exciting sports to watch — and why athletes like her continue to elevate the entire industry.
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