Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has broken silence on the backlash she often faces for what is deemed as her lack of personality on the track.
Olympic gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has finally addressed a recurring critique that has followed her throughout her career—the claim that she lacks personality on the track.
The world champion hurdler, known for her exceptional performances, has often been perceived as too reserved or emotionless during competitions.
However, she has now made it clear that her focus is on delivering record-breaking performances, not theatrical displays.
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In a recent episode of Spill the Tee, McLaughlin-Levrone opened up about the criticism, making it known that she has heard the chatter for far too long.
With poise and confidence, she directly addressed her detractors.
“I get a lot of flak for not showing enough personality on the track, but it’s because I’m trying to give y’all the best performances possible. Period,” she said.
The Olympian capped off her response, telling critics exactly where they can find the personality they seek.
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“If you want the personality, you’re going to have to get it here,” she said, referring to the interview setting.b
Then, with unmistakable confidence, she added, “Right here. This is it. Pick one. We can’t have both. Period.”
It was a rare and candid moment from the typically composed athlete, offering fans a glimpse of the personality that critics claim she lacks.
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For years, McLaughlin-Levrone has let her times speak for themselves, shattering records and dominating the track with an unmatched level of precision.
Now, she has made it clear that her focus remains unwavering—bringing her best performances to the sport.
