Sydney McLaughlin breaks world record at Olympic trials, says God told her ‘just focus on me’

(CHRISTIAN POST) – American hurdler and sprinter Sydney McLaughlin gave glory to God after setting a new world record in the women's 400-meter hurdles, saying her faith helped lead her to victory.

McLaughlin, 21, set her goal on qualifying for the Tokyo Olympics as she competed in the U.S. Olympic Track and Field 400-Meter Hurdles Trials in Eugene, Oregon, on Sunday. Not only did she make it on the team for the Tokyo Olympics, but she also set a world record with a time of 51.90 seconds, becoming the first woman ever to complete the hurdles in less than 52 seconds.

“All the glory to God,” McLaughlin told NBC Sports after her victory.

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