Why is Gabby Thomas Moving Up to the 400m in 2026 and Beyond?

Why is Gabby Thomas Moving Up to the 400m in 2026 and Beyond?

The Final Leg
Dec 31, 202517:00
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Episode Notes

Gabby Thomas announced that she will be moving up to the 400m in 2026 and likely in future years as well. Why is she making the move and what should we expect from her?

Full Interview with Marathon Handbook: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ii86oKzJJ4

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro

00:46 Gabby is Moving up to the 400m in 2026

02:40 Gabby’s 200m Career

03:14 Gabby’s versatility as a sprinter

05:20 Why the 400 and not the 100?

07:16 What is Gabby’s 400m potential?

08:57 The Landscape of the Women’s 400m

09:50 What does this mean for Gabby?

11:47 Grand Slam Track

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