US sprinters Kenny Bednarek and Fred Kerley have signed up for Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track, setting up epic battles next year.
The new league, fronted by legendary sprinter Michael Johnson, will host four annual Slams in major cities around the world.
Athletes, known as ‘Racers,’ will be assigned to compete in two events during each Slam, with Bednarek and Kerley celebrated sprinters set to compete across the 100m and 200m.
“This is a great day for Grand Slam Track,” said Michael Johnson, the league’s founder and Commissioner. “We’ve been saying GST is for “only the fastest,” and bringing Fred and Kenny into the fold is exemplary of that fact.
“These two electrify every time they step onto the track, and I can’t wait to see them entertain thousands of fans at each of our Slams, and millions more watching around the world. I’m delighted to add two more excellent sprinters to our roster of Racers, and am already anticipating their first appearances in Grand Slam Track next year.”
Bednarek is the Olympics sliver medalist over 200m while Kerley won bronze in 100m at the Paris Games.
The two are among the world’s top sprinters and will electrify the event which has a $100,000 cash reward for each of its winners, the most lucrative track event in the world.
“I love competing and think the fans will really enjoy this new track format. The fans will get to see the best of the best race against each other regularly and we have a platform to showcase our talents and continue building our fanbase all around the world. I’m excited to be part of Grand Slam Track,” said Kerley.
Bednarek said: “I’m looking forward to testing my limits, improving my performance, and putting on a show for the fans. It’s going to be exciting for all those watching and participating.”
Bednarek and Kerley join fellow Americans Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Cole Hocker, Yared Nuguse, and Great Britain’s Josh Kerr as the first six of 48 Racers to be announced.
