Wayde Brown, Author at IRIE FM

Grand Slam Track final leg cancelled amid economic concerns

12 June 2025

Wayde Brown

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The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.

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The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.

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The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.

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The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.

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The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.

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The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.

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The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.

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The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.

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The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.

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Categories: Sports

The final leg of the inaugural Grand Slam Track Series, backed by former Olympic champion and double world record holder Michael Johnson, has been cancelled due to economic concerns at the planned 2025 venue in Los Angeles.

Originally scheduled to culminate at the Drake Stadium on June 28-29, the Los Angeles meet was set to follow earlier legs in Kingston, Miami, and Philadelphia. However, organisers have decided to forego the final event and instead focus on preparing for the next season’s programme.

Reports suggest that worries over the financial viability of the Los Angeles meet, particularly following disappointing ticket sales at the Kingston leg, influenced the decision. Despite featuring high-profile athletes and offering significant prize money — including up to $100,000 for race winners and salaries for contracted athletes — the inaugural season faced challenges attracting sufficient spectator support.

Grand Slam Track officials have indicated plans to announce new investors soon to help fund the competition’s second season. The series aims to build on the foundation laid this year and return stronger, with a revamped schedule and enhanced financial backing.