‘I identify with her’- Michael Johnson explains why Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone was his first league signee

Michael Johnson chose Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone as the first signee due to their shared mindset and approach to the sport.

American sprint legend Michael Johnson has explained the main reason behind his decision to have Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone as the first signee of the Grand Slam Track League.

The four-time Olympic champion revealed that he resonates with Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, especially regarding matters of the track.

Michael Johnson revealed that his personality matches that of Sydney and watching her compete on the track reminds him of his days as an active competitor.

The eight-time world champion noted that he was always focused on getting the job done on the track and received a lot of criticism following the same.

Michael Johnson added that he sees that in Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, where she is always focused on winning her races, and later on, one can see her personality.

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s personality has always remained a mystery among her fans with others questioning if she ever smiles but that is what drew Michael Johnson to her.

Other notable athletes followed suit by signing with the lucrative track league including triple Olympic champion Gabby Thomas, Olympic 400m champion Quincy Hall, Olympic 100m bronze medallist Fred Kerley, and Olympic 200m bronze medallist Kenny Bednarek.