Allyson Felix, the most decorated female track and field Olympian in U.S. history, has announced plans to attempt a comeback for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Felix would be 42 years old when the Games begin in Los Angeles, her home city. The sprinter retired from professional track and field competition following the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, where she competed in her fifth Olympic Games.

Throughout her career, Felix has established herself as one of the most successful athletes in Olympic track and field history. She has won multiple Olympic medals across various sprint and relay events during her career spanning from 2004 to 2021.

The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics would mark a return to her home region, as Felix was born and raised in Southern California. The Games are scheduled to take place from July 14-30, 2028.

Felix's announcement represents a significant development in track and field, as comebacks at age 42 are rare in elite sprinting competition. Her decision to pursue competition at the 2028 Games would require her to return to training and competition after several years of retirement.