In the world of track and field, few names carry as much weight as Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone. The multi-time Olympic gold medalist and world record holder continues to redefine what is possible on the track.

From her dominant performances in the 400m hurdles to her high-profile partnership with New Balance, McLaughlin-Levrone isn’t just an athlete; she is a global brand.

As fans look ahead to the next cycle of international competitions, several questions frequently surface regarding her personal life, her astronomical earnings, and her potential to break even more world records.

As a real-life news editor, we’ve gathered the facts to give you the most accurate picture of the “Queen of the Hurdles.”

Is Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Still Married?

One of the most frequent inquiries from fans involves Sydney’s personal life. The answer is a definitive yes.

Sydney McLaughlin married Andre Levrone Jr., a former NFL wide receiver, on May 6, 2022, at Early Mountain Vineyards in Virginia.

Since their wedding, Sydney has officially competed under the name Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone.

The couple is known for their shared faith and mutual support. Andre, who played for the Baltimore Ravens and Jacksonville Jaguars before retiring from football, has been a mainstay in the stands during Sydney’s record-breaking runs. Their relationship is often highlighted on social media as a partnership built on shared values and athletic excellence. As of April 2026, the couple remains happily married, residing and training together in Los Angeles under the tutelage of legendary coach Bobby Kersee.

The 400m Records: Who Holds the Crown?

When discussing the 400m, it is essential to distinguish between the “flat” 400m and the 400m hurdles, as records in both categories are currently topics of intense debate in the track community.

1. The 400m Hurdles (World Record): This record belongs exclusively to Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone. She has broken her own world record six times, most recently at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she clocked a staggering 50.37 seconds. She is the first woman in history to break the 51-second barrier in this event.
2. The 400m Flat (World Record): The long-standing world record for the 400m flat is held by Marita Koch (representing East Germany), who ran 47.60 seconds in 1985. However, there is growing speculation that McLaughlin-Levrone may eventually pivot to the flat 400m to challenge this decades-old mark. Her personal best in the flat 400m is 48.74 seconds (set in 2023), making her the fastest American woman in the event’s history.

The New Balance Partnership: What is Her Deal Worth?

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s partnership with New Balance is often cited as one of the most lucrative individual sponsorships in Olympic sports history.

While the specific terms of private contracts are rarely disclosed in full, industry experts and sports business analysts estimate the deal to be worth between $1.5 million and $2 million annually.

Unlike traditional “base-pay” contracts, Sydney’s deal includes massive performance bonuses for world records and Olympic gold medals.

Furthermore, her contract is a “head-to-toe” deal, meaning she exclusively wears New Balance apparel and footwear both on and off the track.

In 2025, the brand launched the “Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Signature Collection,” a move typically reserved for NBA superstars, further signaling her immense value to the Boston-based brand.

Her total net worth is estimated to exceed $12 million when factoring in other blue-chip partners like Gatorade and luxury watchmaker TAG Heuer.

Speed Beyond the Hurdles: What is Her 100m Time?

While Sydney is a specialist in longer sprints, fans often wonder how her speed translates to the shortest dash on the track.

While she rarely competes in the 100m at the professional level, her rare appearances in the event have been impressive.

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s official personal best in the 100m flat is 11.07 seconds, a time she recorded during a heat in 2023.

While this is slightly behind the sub-10.7 times of world-class 100m specialists like Sha’Carri Richardson, it is an extraordinary time for a hurdles specialist.

More impressively, her 100m hurdles time stands at 12.65 seconds, which would be fast enough to make most national finals, proving that her versatility across all distances is virtually unmatched in the modern era.

As Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone continues her journey toward the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, her blend of speed, commercial power, and personal stability makes her the face of American athletics.

Whether she is shattering a 50-second barrier in the hurdles or expanding her fashion empire with New Balance, Sydney remains the gold standard for professional athletes worldwide.