Follow track & field and want to know where the best athletes in the world go head-to-head? We’ve got you covered. Let’s dive into the details of the world’s premier global track and field series, the Diamond League, which is broadcast live on FloTrack in the U.S.

 

What is the Diamond League?

The Diamond League is a high-octane, world-class professional track and field series, featuring the top track & field athletes in the world. Think of it as the NBA of track & field, but with fewer dunks and more world records. It started in 2010 and has grown to become one the most exciting and prestigious series in track & field.

 

The Diamond League features 15 meets with the world’s best competing across the globe in places like China, Doha, London, Monaco, Paris, and Eugene, Oregon. It’s high stakes, with the athletes chasing points that could give them a shot at the coveted Diamond Trophy at the end of the season.

 

Athletes can also earn big money during the season. They can earn $10,000 – $20,000 by winning their event during a regular season meet, and $30,000 – $50,000 by winning their event at the Diamond League Final.

 

Including promotional fees for top athletes and prize money, a total of around $18 million will be paid to athletes during the 2025 Diamond League season.

 

 

How Does the Diamond League Work?

The Diamond League is a battle for points. Here’s how it works:

 

1. Series of 15 Meets The Diamond League runs from April to September. Each Diamond League meet features a different set of track & field disciplines – you’ll see a mix of sprints, distance races, hurdles, jumps, and throws.

 

2. Points for Performance: Athletes earn points based on their finishing position in each event. The winner gets 8 points, second place earns 7 points, third place gets 6 points, and so on. The top performers in each event (like the men’s 100m or the women’s 400m hurdles) will then battle it out in the final meet to determine the winner.

 

3. The Final Showdown: The series culminates in a grand finale, where the top athletes from each event compete for the Diamond Trophy. It’s like the championship game for track, and the athlete with the most points at the end of the season gets the ultimate reward: a Diamond League Trophy plus a cash prize.

 

 

Why Should High School Athletes Care About the Diamond League?

If you’re a high school track & field athlete, here’s why you should be paying attention to the Diamond League:

 

1. Get Inspiration For Your Personal Goals: Watching the world’s best athletes compete in the Diamond League can help you raise the bar for yourself. Seeing athletes set world and national records on the Diamond League circuit will inspire you to shatter your state or school record or set a new personal best.

 

2. Find New Role Models: Top athletes like Noah Lyles, Sha’Carri Richardson, Tara Davis-Woodhall, Mondo Duplantis, Cole Hocker all compete in the Diamond League. Following their performances can teach you about how elite athletes prepare, race, and handle pressure at the highest level.

 

3. Become Smarter About The Sport: The Olympics aren’t the only place where elite track performances happen. By following the Diamond League, you can keep up with the sport full-time whether it’s an Olympic year or not. Also, if you aspire to run in college and beyond, the Diamond League can give you a peek into what your future might look like.

 

 

This year, the Diamond League is streaming LIVE on FloTrack and the FloSports app, and FloTrack is giving fans more Diamond League access than ever before. If you’re a FloTrack + MileSplit” subscriber, you already have access! Whether you’re a fan of sprinting, distance running, or field eve

 

 

 

 

Grand Slam Track, one of the leading governing bodies in professional athletics, has opened a formal investigation into the alleged abuse directed at three-time Olympic gold medallist Gabby Thomas during a high-profile track and field meet in Philadelphia this past weekend.

The incident, which reportedly occurred during the women’s 200-meter final at the Penn Elite Invitational, has sparked widespread condemnation from athletes, fans, and advocacy groups, calling for accountability and greater protections for athletes.

 

Eyewitnesses say that Thomas, who was preparing for her race, was subjected to repeated verbal harassment from a group of spectators situated near the warm-up area.

According to initial reports, the abuse included racially charged language and personal insults aimed at undermining her focus and performance. Although event security quickly responded and removed some individuals from the area, questions remain as to how the situation was allowed to escalate in the first place.

 

In a brief statement released on Monday, Grand Slam Track confirmed that it was “aware of the troubling incident involving Ms. Gabby Thomas” and has launched an “independent review to gather all facts surrounding the matter.”

The statement emphasized the organization’s “zero-tolerance policy for harassment or discrimination of any kind,” adding that measures would be taken to ensure the safety and dignity of all athletes moving forward.

 

Gabby Thomas, 28, is widely regarded as one of the premier sprinters of her generation. She first gained international recognition at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where she earned a bronze in the 200 meters and contributed to Team USA’s gold-medal performances in the 4×100 and 4×400-meter relays. Since then, she has continued to compete at the highest level, often using her platform to advocate for mental health awareness and racial equity in sports.

 

On social media, Thomas acknowledged the incident in a post that read: “No athlete should have to deal with that kind of energy, especially not at a meet meant to celebrate talent and competition. I appreciate the love and support from my teammates and fans. I’m staying focused—Paris 2024 is the goal.”

 

The post quickly went viral, drawing support from fellow Olympians, track and field stars, and public figures. Several prominent athletes—including Allyson Felix and Noah Lyles—have publicly called for increased security measures at events and stronger enforcement of conduct standards for spectators.

 

Grand Slam Track said the investigation would include interviews with witnesses, a review of security footage, and consultation with law enforcement. While no formal charges have been announced, the organization stated that consequences could include bans from future events and legal action if warranted.

 

This incident comes at a time when athlete safety—both physical and emotional—is increasingly in the spotlight. As the countdown to the 2025 World Championships and the Paris Olympics continues, many are urging sports organizations to take stronger preventive steps to ensure that elite athletes can perform in an environment free from hostility and abuse.

 

 

 

 

 

Australian sprint sensation Lachlan Kennedy has shouted out his parents and publicly shared his next goal after the ‘euphoric’ feeling of running under 10 seconds in the 100m for the first time.

 

The 21-year-old ran 9.98 at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi, Kenya — into a slight 0.7m/s headwind and after a delay for a false start — with victory on the day making the feat even sweeter.

 

The first Australian to run a legal sub-10 since Patrick Johnson in 2003, Kennedy got there before friendly rivals Gout Gout and Rohan Browning after both went under the mark with illegal tailwinds in the summer.

 

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Kennedy said he remains “a bit disappointed” not to have broken 10 seconds on home soil but is simply overjoyed to do it now.

 

Knocking it over before the next two key dates on his calendar has only helped.

 

Kennedy will pick things up in the 200m at the prestigious Ostrava Golden Spike Meet in the Czech Republic on June 24 — against “my old mate Gout”.

 

Gout is already locked in and inspired by his running mate’s 100m performance.

 

“He messaged me. He was very happy for me, he was super stoked for me,” Kennedy told Sunrise on Tuesday.

 

“He was super supportive, super nice to me and he was just even more fired up to run this race in Czech Republic — as am I now, it’s going to be cracking. It’s going to be so fast, I really can’t wait.”

 

Lachie Kennedy and Gout Gout are both off to the Czech Republic this month and the world championships in September.

Lachie Kennedy and Gout Gout are both off to the Czech Republic this month and the world championships in September. Credit: Getty

 

Kennedy was speaking from London and will be on the move again soon for an Italian training camp with his coach Andrew Iselin.

 

And he couldn’t be in a better position to press on from Kenya.

 

“I’m pretty sure my start the first time round wasn’t great so I think it (the callback for a false start) actually helped me out, helped me ease the tension a bit,” Kennedy said.

 

“After I got that start out of the blocks, as soon as I came out of my transition I felt like I was on top of the world. I felt like I was running with a different kind of form.

 

“I knew after that first 60 I was feeling great, I knew something special was about to happen.”

 

Achieving big things on the global stage is a far cry from his schoolboy rugby days, and he wants more at the world championships in September.

 

“The goal this year is definitely to make that world champ final in the 100 — and once I’m in the final I think anything can happen,” Kennedy said.

 

“I’m just taking every year and every race as it comes. I’m getting better with each run, with each race I do. Everything’s adding up in the confidence bank.

 

“Even this 200 against Gout will just be more experience, more memories and more opportunities to put down some good times.”

 

But Kennedy’s first sub-10 has served as a chance to stop and appreciate those closest to him.

 

“I know you see your dad as someone who has the best work ethic in the world. Your mum has helped you manage Type 1 Diabetes. What are they thinking about all of this?” Matt Shirvington, who chased the magical sub-10 in his sprinting career, asked.

 

Kennedy said Adam and Rachael “couldn’t believe it”.

 

“None of us really ever thought this was going to be a possibility,” he said.

 

“We knew I was going to run and do great things but to run nine seconds, only two Australians have ever done it under legal conditions.

 

“It’s nuts. My dad and mum were telling me their phone’s been blowing up from people they didn’t even know were still in contact with them.

 

“I think they’re enjoying it, I think they’re having fun with it. It’s just super exciting time, shoutout to mum and dad.

 

“They raised me right and I would not be where I am right now without them and their continued support.”

 

 

When two world-class athletes fall in love, it’s not just a romance — it’s a story of passion, patience, and power. In an exclusive sit-down, Olympic champion Noah Lyles and Jamaican track star Junelle Bromfield open up about their blossoming relationship, upcoming wedding, and how they maintain peace in the public eye.

 

Their love story began quietly, far from the flashing cameras and social media storms that often surround elite athletes. “We met through track — of course,” Lyles laughs, his energy unmistakable. “But it wasn’t instant. It was slow, intentional, and genuine.”

 

Bromfield agrees, smiling warmly. “We built a friendship first. That foundation has made everything else stronger — the trust, the communication, the respect.”

 

The couple’s relationship went public earlier this year when Lyles shared a heartfelt birthday post for Bromfield on Instagram, calling her his “peace in a chaotic world.” Since then, fans have been enamored not just with their athletic accolades but with their quiet, joyful intimacy.

 

Despite their high-profile careers, both athletes emphasize the importance of staying grounded. “We’re both very focused on our goals, but we make time for each other,” Bromfield says. “It’s not always easy with training and competitions in different parts of the world, but we support each other 100%.”

 

Lyles adds, “We know what this life requires. Having someone who truly understands that — it’s a blessing.”

 

When asked about wedding plans, the couple shares a knowing glance. “We’re taking our time,” Bromfield reveals. “We want it to be meaningful, not rushed. We’ve talked about locations, dates, but nothing is set in stone yet.”

 

Lyles teases, “But trust, when it happens — it’s going to be unforgettable.”

 

The two are quick to shrug off online opinions, whether about their relationship, race schedules, or fashion choices. “We’ve both been in the spotlight for a while,” says Lyles. “We’ve learned to tune out the noise.”

 

“People will always have something to say,” Bromfield adds. “But we choose peace. We choose each other.”

 

Part of that peace comes from their shared commitment to mental health and personal growth. Lyles has been outspoken about his struggles with anxiety and depression, often using his platform to encourage young athletes to seek help and speak openly.

 

Bromfield, who has her own story of resilience — including overcoming personal tragedy and injuries — echoes that sentiment. “You have to take care of your mind and your heart. And having a partner who supports that journey makes all the difference.”

 

Their chemistry is obvious — not just in the way they look at each other, but in the way they talk about life. They’re two stars orbiting the same sky, pulling each other higher while keeping their feet firmly on the ground.

 

As for the future? Both remain focused on their individual careers, with the 2025 season shaping up to be a big one. But more than medals or media attention, they’re focused on building something enduring.

 

“In the end,” says Lyles, “the goal is to win — not just on the track, but in life. And with Junelle, I feel like I’m already winning.”

 

 

 

 

Usain Bolt will always be remembered for his time on the track and for sprinting in particular – but the Jamaican did once attempt to try two other Olympic sports.

 

Bolt has been retired for several years now after hanging up his sprinting shoes back in 2017 but has cemented his reputation as potentially the greatest sprinter ever after claiming gold medals at three different Olympic Games in a row.

 

The 38-year-old truly announced himself on a global stage at Beijing 2008 by claiming gold in both the 100m and 200m events.

 

 

 

The Jamaican then competed at London 2012 to win gold in both events once again, as well as being part of the victorious 4x100m Jamaican relay team to take his tally to five medals.

 

And Bolt helped to secure his legendary status as the GOAT sprinter by achieving another clean sweep in the same three events four years later at Rio 2016 to take his tally to an extraordinary eight Olympic golds.

 

Though Bolt will always be known for his exploits as a sprinter, there are attributes of his running which could lend themselves naturally to other Olympic disciplines.

 

 

 

And it turns out that the Jamaican did indeed give two other Olympic sports a go.

 

One of them was the javelin, where he was able to use some of his running skills during the approach.

 

Usain Bolt tried two Olympic sports other than sprinting.

Usain Bolt tried two Olympic sports other than sprinting.

Footage from Rio 2016 – which proved to be Bolt’s final Olympics – shows him giving the javelin a try, while he has also attempted the long jump at a meeting in Ostrava in Italy, with his sprinting background being a natural help to him in that discipline.

 

 

 

Indeed, the man himself admitted before Rio 2016 that he wanted to try the long jump.

 

Speaking to Sky News in 2012, via the Standard, he said: “It’s just about making different goals, there’s a lot of things I can do in the sport.

 

“My coach wants me to do 400 metres, I want to try long jump.

 

“I could always try to aim for the records again, so there’s different things but after the season we’ll decide what we want to do and work on that next season.”

 

 

 

Ultimately, Bolt did not go on to emulate the likes of Carl Lewis – who won gold medals in sprinting and the long jump – and try multiple Olympic track and field events, but the Jamaican’s actions at Rio 2016 underlined once more his credentials as the GOAT sprinter.

 

 

 

Usain Bolt: 5 Records Only The Fastest Man Alive Could Break. i Usain Bolt: 5 Records Only The Fastest Man Alive Could Break.

Discover five records only Usain Bolt could break as the fastest man alive.

Usain Bolt, known globally as “The Fastest Man Alive,” is a name etched in the annals of sports history.

 

The Jamaican’s legendary sprinting prowess, charismatic personality, and unbeatable records have made him a global icon.

 

Bolt’s athletic journey transformed track and field, captivating millions with his lightning speed and his impact remains unmatched.

 

Pulse Sports explore five astonishing records held by Usain Bolt, so extraordinary that they continue to defy the world’s best sprinters.

 

5. Fastest 150 Meters – 2009 Manchester City Games

 

Usain Bolt holds the unofficial record for the 150m set at the 2009 Manchester City Games

Though not a standard competition distance, the 150 meters is a fascinating test of both acceleration and top-end speed.

 

Bolt’s 14.35 seconds over a straight track during a special event in Manchester in 2009 is the fastest recorded time over the distance.

 

This event was held to bridge the gap between 100m and 200m races, providing insight into Bolt’s unmatched ability to accelerate and sustain speed.

 

Most sprinters begin to decelerate after 80–100m, but Bolt’s ability to maintain peak velocity longer than anyone else set this time apart.

 

While unofficial, the 150m world best highlights a sprinting dimension unique to Bolt.

 

Anchoring the team of Nesta Carter, Michael Frater and Yohan Blake, Bolt stormed down the final 100 meters at the 2012 London Olympics to help set a time of 36.84 seconds, a mark no nation has surpassed.

 

The team’s execution of smooth baton passes, along with Bolt’s final leg speed, set a standard in relay racing that no quartet has been able to match since.

 

Superb relays require four near-perfect performances. Finding four sprinters of that caliber, including one like Bolt at his peak, is extraordinarily rare. Even dominant U.S. teams have struggled with baton exchanges and consistency.

 

3. Triple Double at 3 Consecutive Olympics

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Usain Bolt is an eight-time Olympic gold medalist. (Credit: Imago)

Bolt is the only sprinter in history to win gold in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay in three consecutive Olympic Games in Beijing 2008, London 2012 and Rio 2016.

 

Although Jamaica was later stripped of the 2008 4x100m relay gold due to a teammate’s doping violation, Bolt’s “triple-triple” feat was widely regarded as one of the most dominant achievements in Olympic history.

 

Winning these three events requires not just talent but incredible consistency over 8 years, a lifetime in sprinting.

 

Injuries, competition, and team dynamics make it nearly impossible to repeat such a feat.

 

This record broke his own previous best of 19.30, set during the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

 

The 200m is a unique race requiring both speed and endurance.

 

Bolt’s long stride and exceptional cornering ability on the curve made him dominant over this distance.

 

While several athletes have posted sub-19.60 times like American holder Noah Lyles with 19.31 in 2022 Bolt’s margin of victory and split times make this record exceptional.

 

In that race, Bolt reached a top speed of 44.7 km/h between the 60m and 80m marks, an almost superhuman feat.

 

The second-fastest time ever is 9.63 seconds, also set by Bolt during the 2012 London Olympics.

 

Current elite sprinters like Lyles, Kishane Thompson, Christian Coleman, Trayvon Bromell, and Fred Kerley have flirted with sub-9.80s, but Bolt’s 9.58 remains untouched.

 

This record combines perfect reaction time, acceleration, and top-end speed. The biomechanics and Bolt’s peak form created an optimal moment that has yet to be replicated.

 

As of 2025, no sprinter has seriously threatened Bolt’s 100m or 200m records.

 

While stars like Lyles and Letsile Tebogo are closing the gap, they still remain tenths of a second behind. Given that a tenth in sprinting is a massive difference, Bolt’s reign appears secure.

 

Usain Bolt once made it clear he has ‘no respect’ for an Olympic athlete from a previous generation who won 10 medals but admitted to failing several drugs tests.

 

Bolt is now retired but the 38-year-old is regarded by many to be the greatest sprinter of all-time and one of the best Olympians ever.

 

The Jamaican athlete has eight Olympic gold medals to his name across three games and announced his arrival at Beijing 2008 by claiming gold in both the 100m and 200m events.

 

The Lightning Bolt then competed at London 2012 to win gold in both events once again, as well as being part of the victorious 4x100m Jamaican relay team to take his tally to five medals across only two Olympics.

 

 

 

And Bolt solidified his legendary status by achieving yet another clean sweep in the same three events four years later at Rio 2016 to take his tally to an extraordinary eight Olympic gold medals, before retiring from sprinting the following year.

 

Throughout the 1980s and the 1990s, Carl Lewis claimed a total of nine Olympic gold medals and a silver across several games.

 

The American won four golds Los Angeles in 1984 in the 100m, 200m, 4x100m relay and the long jump.

 

Lewis then won gold in the 100m and long jump at Seoul 1988, plus a silver medal in the 200m.

 

 

 

Lewis picked up another two gold medals in the 4x100m relay and the long jump at Barcelona 1992, before winning his last Olympic gold at Atlanta 1996 in the long jump.

 

Despite Lewis’ illustrious career, it was not without controversy, as back in 2003 he suggest he had tested positive for three banned substances but was ‘let off’ by the United State Olympic Committee.

 

Speaking to the Orange County Register via the Guardian, Lewis said: “There were hundreds of people getting off.

 

 

 

“Everyone was treated the same.”

 

And speaking back at London 2012 after he won the 200m, Bolt made it clear he had ‘no respect’ for Lewis, who had in the past questioned the stringency of Jamaica’s drug-testing programme.

 

He said: I am going to say something controversial right now; Carl Lewis, I have no respect for him. The things he says about the track athletes is really downgrading, for another athlete to be saying something like that about other athletes.

 

“I think he’s just looking for attention really because nobody really talks much about him so he’s just looking for attention. So that was really sad for me when I heard the other day what he was saying.

 

 

 

“For me it was upsetting. I have lost all respect for him. It was all about drugs, talking about drugs, a lot of drug stuff. For an athlete out of the sport to be saying that is really upsetting for me.

 

“That was really upsetting for him just to jump up and say something like that. As far as I’m concerned he’s looking for attention – that’s all.”

 

 

 

 

In the world of competitive sports, milliseconds and inches can make all the difference. But in a recent and dramatic moment on the track in California, it wasn’t a matter of speed or distance that determined the outcome—it was a premature celebration that cost a young athlete her chance at glory.

 

At the California State High School Track & Field Championships, senior sprinter Olivia Johnson (name fictionalized for privacy) had been a favorite going into the 100-meter dash.

 

She had dominated the season, breaking school records and consistently outpacing her rivals. In the final, she exploded off the blocks, taking a clear lead midway through the race. With only meters to go and the roar of the crowd behind her, Olivia did what many athletes have been tempted to do—she celebrated early.

 

Throwing her arms up in victory just before the finish line, Olivia slightly eased her pace. In that split-second decision, she misjudged the proximity of her closest competitor, Jasmine Rivera, a junior from a rival school who had been gaining steadily in the final stretch. Jasmine didn’t slow down.

 

With a final burst of speed, she surged forward, lunging at the finish line. The photo finish revealed what the crowd had only partly seen—Rivera had crossed the line just 0.01 seconds ahead of Johnson.

 

The stadium buzzed with shock. Officials confirmed the result after review: Jasmine Rivera was the new state champion in the 100 meters. Olivia’s premature celebration had cost her the title. She was gracious in defeat, congratulating Jasmine and smiling for the cameras, but her disappointment was unmistakable.

 

Moments like these are not unheard of in sports. Even seasoned professionals have lost races and games due to early celebrations. It’s a painful lesson in focus and humility, and for Olivia, it came at a time when the stakes were highest. She had worked for years, training through injuries and setbacks, to get to this point. Losing the title not because she wasn’t fast enough—but because she let her guard down too soon—was especially heartbreaking.

 

The incident quickly went viral. Videos of the race circulated online, sparking debates about sportsmanship, discipline, and the fine line between confidence and carelessness. Many sympathized with Olivia, pointing out her exceptional talent and the emotional weight of such a high-stakes race. Others used it as a teaching moment, emphasizing the importance of finishing strong and never assuming victory until it’s secured.

 

Despite the loss, Olivia’s performance throughout the season remained remarkable. She earned a scholarship to a Division I university and has stated publicly that she’ll use the experience as motivation. “I won’t make that mistake again,” she told reporters. “It hurt, but it taught me something I’ll carry with me the rest of my career.”

 

In sports, as in life, sometimes our biggest lessons come from the moments we fall short. Olivia Johnson’s premature celebration may have cost her a title, but it also solidified her place in track and field lore—not just as a fast runner, but as a powerful reminder that every race must be run to the very end.