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Track Stars Demand Payments After Grand Slam Cancellation

7/2/2025

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Top track and field stars, including Olympic champions, are anxiously awaiting millions in payments from Michael Johnson's Grand Slam Track series. With the final event in Los Angeles canceled, athletes are now pursuing the funds owed from the April meet in Kingston, Jamaica, sparking serious concerns with World Athletics.

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Story summary

Top track and field stars, including Olympic champions, are anxiously awaiting millions in payments from Michael Johnson's Grand Slam Track series. With the final event in Los Angeles canceled, athletes are now pursuing the funds owed from the April meet in Kingston, Jamaica, sparking serious concerns with World Athletics.