Opportunities in track and field are plentiful, but what about the pay? The sport’s lack of popularity has long been a concern, so much so that sprint king Noah Lyles once called it “dying.” Financial backing is scarce, stability is fleeting, and whether it’s the Diamond League or the World Championships, prize money often feels absurdly low. As World Athletics grapples with how to keep the sport thriving, Alexis Ohanian may have just stumbled upon a game-changing solution.

Recently, reigning Athlos champion Brittany Brown sat down with ESPN for a candid conversation about the upcoming Athlos NYC event. Amid a flurry of questions, one focused on her reaction to Alexis Ohanian’s willingness to double the athletes’ prize money. “Track is a sport that’s still growing. In comparison to oth

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