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Allyson Felix

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Allyson Felix is an American track and field athlete who holds the world record in the 400 meters with a time of 48.76 seconds and has earned 11 Olympic medals across her distinguished career spanning five different games.

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How many Olympic medals did Allyson Felix win?

Allyson Felix won 11 Olympic medals across five Games, from Athens 2004 through Tokyo 2020. Her total was seven gold medals, three silver medals, and one bronze medal.

Did Allyson Felix hold the women's 400-meter world record?

No, that catalog claim is incorrect. The women's 400-meter world record remains Marita Koch's 47.60 seconds from 1985, while Felix's 400-meter personal best was 49.26 seconds.

Which events made Allyson Felix famous?

Felix competed prominently in the 200 meters, 400 meters, 4 x 100 meter relay, and 4 x 400 meter relay. She won her first Olympic medal in the 200 meters at Athens 2004.

What is Allyson Felix's connection to Saysh?

Allyson Felix co-founded Saysh, a footwear brand created with her brother Wes Felix. The brand grew from her experience as an elite athlete and from concerns about how sports products served women.