Olympian Collapses on Track, Hospitalized

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June 17, 2026 | Edition #578

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It's been a mixed day in the track world. An Olympic medalist is recovering after a frightening collapse at a meet, while Noah Lyles somehow has people arguing despite adding another win to his resume. We'll take you through both below.




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Congratulations to Mondo Duplantis and Desiré Inglander!

No world record this time, but Mondo Duplantis still had a pretty unforgettable weekend. The pole vault sensation is officially married, and fans are getting their first look at the celebrations.

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