Gabby Thomas’ Olympics withdrawal raises new concerns as another US sprinter gives medical update

Gabrielle Thomas, a triple gold medalist at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has withdrawn from the Tokyo World Athletics Championships due to a worsening Achilles tendon injury. Despite qualifying at the U.S. Championships, she prioritized long-term recovery. McKenzie Long, who ran a world No. 2 time earlier this year, will replace Thomas on Team USA.