Olympian Urges US Vice President to Help

No one saw this coming in 2026. The much-awaited New Balance Indoor Grand Prix has delivered two shockers as both Noah and Quincy have suffered surprising loses in their races. Find out what went wrong in the stories below. Meanwhile, an Olympian is continuing her fight to reach her sixth Olympics and has requested the Vice President’s involvement amid a recent controversy. Let’s get started!

AROUND THE RINGS

TODAY’S POLL

Quincy Wilson made his 400m season debut yesterday, but had to settle for the runners-up spot. Post-race, he revealed being a little sick recently. So, tell us,

TEEN SPOTLIGHT

Remember Cooper Lutkenhaus? The 16-year-old who became the youngest American to compete at the World Champs in 2025? Fans and analysts had dubbed him the next big thing in track. Well, he’s back!

Lutkenhaus ran his first race as a professional yesterday and lowered his own national record. He won the men’s 800 meters in 1:45.23, and set a new U20 american mark. Watch his race above!

SUNDAY LEDGER

A quick look back at the most-read stories of the week:

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Husband Announce Pregnancy→

Comedian Removed From Olympic Torchbearer Role Over Offensive Joke →

"We Are Not Pawns...": Auburn Gymnast Slams Toxic Fan Culture→

Usain Bolt Ignores Sha'Carri and Noah in a Crucial Answer →

27-Year-Old Skier Airlifted After Terrifying Training Fall →

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