US Gymnast Switches Over to Sri Lanka

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June 22, 2026 | Edition #587

Hey Athletic Fans!

Its time to kick start another week in the world of sports, but for the US, things are starting with a little but of a jolt. A former U.S. Olympic alternate is set for a major international switch, choosing to represent her parents’ homeland in a bid to chase her Olympic dream. Meanwhile, we have more on Femke Bol’s first 800m win outdoors, a track star’s health update and more today.






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On this day in 1921, Finnish distance-running great Paavo Nurmi set the first official world record of his career, running 30:40.2 for 10,000m in Stockholm. The 24-year-old reigning Olympic champion had boldly predicted a record-breaking run, and despite heavy rain slowing the track, he delivered.

His time of 30:40.2 not only set a new world record but also marked a world best over six miles, laying the foundation for a career that would eventually include 22 official world records.

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