Allyson Felix is making a comeback bid for the LA28 Olympics at age 42.
She aims to make the relay pool for the mixed 4x400m relay.

What sparked the comeback?

Allyson Felix announced her retirement in 2022 but is now preparing to return to competition in 2027.

Why LA28 is special

The 2028 Olympics will be held in her hometown, making it a unique opportunity for Felix.

The challenge ahead

Felix will need to qualify for the relay pool, which has historically included athletes who make the individual 400m final at the Olympic Trials.

The top three athletes in the individual 400m at the Olympic Trials typically make the team, with additional athletes selected for the relay pool.
For the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, the top eight women made the relay pool.

Felix is already the oldest American to run in an Olympic relay, having done so at the Tokyo Games at age 35.
She won gold as part of the women's 4x400m team.

The road to LA28

Felix will begin her buildup to the 2028 Olympics in 2027, with the goal of making the relay pool.
She has expressed excitement about the opportunity to compete in her hometown.

The USATF has not yet posted the selection procedures for the 2028 Olympics.
Felix's comeback bid will be closely watched as she attempts to make her sixth Olympic appearance.

Felix said she feels a sense of calmness about her comeback bid, knowing that she has nothing to prove.
She is focused on testing her limits and seeing what she can still achieve.

The LA28 Olympics will provide a unique opportunity for Felix to compete in front of her hometown crowd.
She is eager to be a part of the Olympics and to walk in the Opening Ceremonies.

Felix's decision to come out of retirement was motivated by the opportunity to compete in her hometown.
She said that if the Olympics were not being held in LA, she would not be attempting a comeback.

The mixed 4x400m relay will be a new event at the 2028 Olympics, providing Felix with a fresh challenge.
She will need to adapt to the new event and compete against a talented field of athletes.

Felix's experience and skill will be assets as she pursues her comeback bid.
She has a long history of success in the sport, with 11 Olympic medals.

The road to LA28 will be challenging for Felix, but she is excited about the opportunity to compete.
She is focused on her training and is looking forward to the chance to make her sixth Olympic appearance.