Athlos CEO Claps Back at Sydney Sweeney

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September 18, 2026 | Edition #720

Hey Athletic Fans,

Athlos made its long-awaited London debut this week, but the biggest headline going in had nothing to do with the track. Alexis Ohanian didn't hold back on Sydney Sweeney's controversial betting ad, calling it a distraction from real women athletes and cheering on the wave of competitors who turned it into a moment of their own instead.

All that and more, right here in Essentially Athletics' coverage of the Athlos London.




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Sha'Carri Richardson bounced back in style at Athlos London, blazing to a 10.80 win in the 100m β€” a statement response just days after a frustrating third-place finish to close out the World Ultimate Championships. Watch below πŸ‘‡


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