On Saturday, Feb. 3, Orlando will host the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. The top three men and women who have met the qualifying standards and criteria will be named the U.S. Olympic team for the Paris Games.
This race features the first head-to-head matchup over the marathon distance by American record holder Emily Sisson and former record holder Keira D'Amato. Five of the six members of the 2020 Olympic team are back as Galen Rupp, Molly Seidel, Aliphine Tuliamuk, Jake Riley and Abdi Abdirahman return to try and make another team. Conner Mantz and Scott Fauble remain two of the most consistent American men of the last Olympic cycle. CITIUS MAG's team (Chris Chavez, Kyle Merber, and Eric Jenkins) will preview all the top storylines and athletes to watch. Read our full previews for the elite races: https://citiusmag.com/ Show presented by HOKA | Stay up to date on the latest news and promotions from HOKA. Check them out here: https://www.hoka.com/
Emily Sisson is a prominent American long-distance runner known for her performances in road races and track events. She has competed in various international competitions, including the World Championships and has set personal bests in the marathon and half marathon distances.
Conner Mantz is an elite American long-distance runner known for his exceptional performances in cross country and track events. He gained national fame as a two-time NCAA Division I Cross Country champion in 2020 and 2021, representing Brigham Young University (BYU). Mantz has also competed in various distance events, showcasing his versatility and endurance.
Molly Seidel is an American long-distance runner who gained international recognition for winning the bronze medal in the marathon at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. She is known for her tenacity and resilience, making her one of the prominent figures in American distance running.
Galen Rupp is a distinguished American long-distance runner. He specializes in events ranging from 3000 meters to the marathon. Rupp is a two-time Olympic medalist, having won a silver in the 10,000 meters at the 2012 London Olympics and a bronze in the marathon at the 2016 Rio Olympics. He has also achieved numerous victories in national and international competitions, establishing himself as one of the top long-distance runners in the United States.
