Allyson Felix Targets Sixth Olympics at Age 40 in 2028 Home Games

Felix, the most decorated female track and field athlete, intends to return to competition at an age when many athletes retire. She seeks to leverage her status as a seven-time Olympic gold medalist on home soil in Los Angeles.

Felix stated that many people actively discourage ambitious goals for individuals at her stage in life. She added that she would be deeply upset with herself if she did not attempt this comeback and try to qualify for the 2028 event.

Her potential appearance would mark a shift for an athlete who spent years advocating for better treatment of mothers in sport after breaking with a major sponsor following the birth of her first child. A successful qualification would grant her a place among the 1,000+ athletes competing across 30+ sports at the LA28 Games. What to watch next is the qualification process, which will determine if her experience can translate into a spot on the starting line.