The Philly area has multiple returning Olympians, NCAA champions, and stars from the college and professional ranks. Here’s everything to know about trials, which get underway on Friday.
Vashti Cunningham, daughter of former Eagles quarterback Randall Cunningham, is trying to qualify for her third Olympic berth in the high jump.Vashti Cunningham is one of the world’s best high jumpers. She’s fighting for her third Olympic berth in the event and has won 13 consecutive U.S. high jump titles in indoor and outdoor track. Cunningham is just the latest athletic superstar in the family.
Race walking, the only qualifying event that will not take place in Eugene, Ore., will start at 10:30 a.m. on June 29.
Five runners have already clinched their spots in the Olympics, since the final track and field events — the men’s and women’s marathon — already held their Olympic trials in February.The Delaware Valley is well represented at the trials, with returning Olympians, including a gold medalist, NCAA champions, and some competing for their first chance.
Here’s a list of Philly area and Philadelphia-connected athletes, including links to our past coverage so you can learn more before you watch:
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