Michael Johnson addresses Grand Slam Track bankruptcy and athlete payments

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Four-time Olympic champion Michael Johnson has addressed the financial collapse of Grand Slam Track (GST), stating that athletes owed money following the league's December 2025 bankruptcy filing have now been paid.

The track and field league, which launched in 2024, faced severe capital issues after investors withdrew, leading to the cancellation of its June 2025 Los Angeles season finale and the indefinite suspension of the 2026 season. According to the Association of Athletics Managers, the league accumulated debts exceeding $30 million. High-profile athletes, including Josh Kerr and Matthew Hudson-Smith, were reportedly owed sums exceeding £100,000.

Johnson also addressed allegations from creditors that he

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Association of Athletics Managers · Grand Slam Track · Josh Kerr · Matthew Hudson-Smith · Michael Johnson

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