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Gabby Thomas Discusses New Track League Athlos on The Deal Podcast

8 Ekim 2026Bloomberg

Olympian Gabby Thomas talks about her involvement in the new track league Athlos, aimed at organizing the sport.
A new track and field league named Athlos aims to bring structure to the often chaotic world of track and field. Olympian Gabby Thomas discusses her collaboration with Alexis Ohanian on this venture in a recent episode of The Deal.
The conversation highlights the potential impact of Athlos on the sport and its athletes. Listeners can catch the full interview on various podcast platforms.
Track and field has historically faced challenges related to organization and athlete representation. The formation of leagues like Athlos represents a shift towards greater professionalism and athlete agency within the sport.
Gabby Thomas's initiative to establish Athlos reflects a growing trend among athletes to take control of their sports. By creating a structured league, Thomas and Ohanian could address longstanding issues in track and field, such as inconsistent funding and visibility.

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