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On this episode of The Meet Up, Nia Gibson, Olu Olamigoke and DeVontae Ford break down everything you need to know from NCAA Cross Country Pre-Nats, discuss the latest updates to the national rankings, and welcome world-class pole vaulter Sondre Guttormsen for an exclusive conversation. Plus, we dive into the newly released 2027 Diamond League schedule and what it means for the upcoming track and field season.FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by @diadora Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode of The Meet Up is here! Nia Gibson, Johnny Pace and Olu Olamigoke break down all the biggest storylines from the 2026 Chicago Marathon, including the standout performances, historic moments and what’s next for the top American distance runners. Plus, Clayton Young joins The Meet Up to discuss his performance in Chicago and clocking the #2 all-time mark in American history. We also debate who deserves to be named World Athlete of the Year after a historic season in track and field. FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by @diadora Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Meet Up is back with a full preview of the 2026 Chicago Marathon! Nia Gibson, DeVontae Ford and Olu Olamigoke break down the biggest storylines heading into race day, including the top contenders, the American field and whether Clayton Young could challenge the American record. Plus, in the latest edition of Olu’s Field Report, Olu dives into Jaydon Hibbert’s move to Greece and what’s next for the star jumper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Berlin Marathon delivered plenty to talk about, and we’re breaking it all down on this week’s episode of The Meet Up. Nia Gibson, Johnny Pace, Olu Olamigoke, and Danielle Alakija recap Tigst Assefa’s race, including the Achilles injury she dealt with during the marathon, and discuss Guye Adola. We also look back at the biggest moments from Berlin and pick our top field-event moments of the 2026 season. Plus, more of the biggest stories and conversations from around the track & field world.FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by  ⁨@diadora⁩  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Meet Up, Nia Gibson, Olu Olamigoke, Johnny Pace, and Danielle Alakija recap the biggest moments from ATHLOS London and look ahead to the Berlin Marathon! The team breaks down all things ATHLOS including Sha’Carri Richardson’s 100m and Klaudia Kazimierska’s mile victories. Then, we turn our attention to Berlin, where Tigst Assefa and Kenenisa Bekele headline two of the biggest storylines heading into the marathon. Plus, Olu brings a field report on the future of field events and proposed solutions to help bring more attention to the disciplines, we discuss Team USA’s showing at the World Road Running Championships, pick our moments of the 2026 outdoor season and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The World Ultimate Championships are in the books, and The Meet Up is breaking down the biggest moments from Budapest before turning our attention to Athlos. Nia Gibson and Olu Olamigoke recap the action from World Ultimate, including Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Kenny Bednarek taking on the sprints and Josh Kerr’s 1500m.Then, we look ahead to Athlos NYC and a stacked women’s-only lineup featuring Sha’Carri Richardson in the 100m, Gabby Thomas in the 200m, Keely Hodgkinson in the 800m and Jess Hull in the mile.Olu also checks in from the field with a report on the women’s triple jump and men’s high jump.Plus, we revisit one of the biggest conversations coming out of World Ultimate: the decision to exclude certain field events and what that means for the future of the sport.Watch the latest episode of The Meet Up for all the biggest storylines in track and field.FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by  ⁨@diadora⁩  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lausanne Diamond League is STACKED, and we’re breaking down everything you need to know ahead of the action! Nia Gibson and DeVontae Ford are joined by Olympic and World Champions English Gardner and Justin Gatlin to preview the biggest matchups and storylines. Plus, Olu’s Field Report, a heated English Gardner vs. Justin Gatlin race preview, and the latest on Jakob Ingebrigtsen’s return. It’s everything you need to know before Lausanne. FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by Diadora Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

World U20s are in the books! In episode 65 of The Meet Up Nia Gibson, Olu Olamigoke and Johnny Pace break down everything from the championships, including the INSANE triple jump marks in Olu’s field report. Plus, the crew dives into the latest Grand Slam Track update, Jonah Koech’s three-year ban for blood doping, and Jakob Ingebrigtsen’s incredible season debut at the European Championships. Another week, another episode of The Meet Up! FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by Diadora Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 World Athletics U20 Championships are here, and we've got everything you need to know before the action begins. This special on-location episode of The Meet Up was filmed from the Diadora Pop-Up at Run Flagstaff, where hosts Nia Gibson, Johnny Pace, and Olu Olamigoke break down the biggest storylines heading into the World U20 Championships. From the athletes to watch and medal contenders to bold predictions and breakout stars, we've got you covered before the first race. The crew is also joined by NCAA champion and collegiate record holder Simeon Birnbaum, who shares his thoughts on his season, what's next, and his relationship with the Diadora brand. PLUS we reveal the athletes we believe are on national record watch, highlighting the competitors who could rewrite their country's record books during the championships FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by  @diadora  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 USATF Outdoor Championships are in the books, and we're breaking down everything that happened in our full championship recap. Hosts Nia Gibson, Johnny Pace, and Olu Olamigoke discuss the biggest performances, breakout stars, surprising results, and what the meet means as athletes begin building toward the 2027 World Championships and the LA 2028 Olympic Games. This week's episode also features Olu's Field Report, where he takes a closer look at the technical side of the long jump following Tara Davis-Woodhall's performance, breaking down the mechanics and nuances behind the long jump. In What's Hot, the crew reacts to Jakob Ingebrigtsen's return to competition and discusses the latest transfer portal update involving Jameesia Ford. FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by  @diadora  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Note: Since recording this episode, Brandon Miller has withdrawn from the USATF Championships. The 2026 USATF Championships are here, and Nia Gibson, DeVontae Ford, and Olu Olamigoke are joined by special guest analyst, Olympic and World Champion English Gardner to preview the athletes, races, and storylines that will define the weekend.From the sprint events to the distance races, the crew breaks down the biggest matchups, dark horses, breakout stars, and the athletes who could punch their ticket onto Team USA. With no global championship this season, this year's USATF Championships offer a unique opportunity for the next wave of talent to emerge ahead of the 2027 World Championships in Beijing and the LA 2028 Olympic Games.Plus, in this week's What's Hot, we discuss: is iShowSpeed really serious about training for the LA 2028 Olympics? + Kayinsola Ajayi vs. Jordan Anthony.FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by  ⁨@diadora⁩  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The London Diamond League is here, and we're breaking down everything you need to know before the action begins.On this episode of The Meet Up, Nia Gibson, Olu Olamigoke, and DeVontae Ford preview Josh Kerr's mile world record attempt, discuss the biggest matchups across the meet, and highlight the athletes to watch in events from the sprints to the distance races.Plus, the crew settles one of track & field's toughest debates: Who belongs on the hurdle Mount Rushmore? We each make our picks!Also Love Island concluded and we talk all about where the track and field athletes on the show finished! FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by  ⁨@diadora⁩  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Monaco Diamond League is here, and in episode 60 of The Meet Up, Nia Gibson, Olu Olamigoke, and Johnny Pace break down everything you need to know ahead of the Meeting Herculis EBS.We preview the biggest races, discuss the athletes to watch, make our predictions, and highlight the storylines that could define one of the most anticipated Diamond League meets of the season.We also dive into:Masai Russell's viral clap back on X after being called "cocky" and the men's Bowerman finalists and who deserves to take home collegiate track & field's highest honor. Who are your picks to shine in Monaco? Let us know in the comments!FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by Diadora Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 59 of The Meet Up, Nia Gibson, Olu Olamigoke, and Johnny Pace break down everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 Prefontaine Classic. From the biggest matchups and must-watch races to the stars, dark horses, and bold predictions, the crew previews one of the most anticipated meets of the season. In "What's Hot", the crew also discuss: Noah Lyles' post-Paris Diamond League tweet, The Bowerman finalists, and the latest shocking transfer portal news Don't miss the full breakdown in the latest episode of The Meet Up, presented by ⁨@diadora⁩ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 58 of The Meet Up, Nia Gibson, Olu Olamigoke, and DeVontae Ford preview the upcoming Paris Diamond League meeting, recap the top performances from the USATF U20 Championships, and dive into one of track and field's most polarizing debates: Should the women's 100m hurdles be higher? From marquee matchups in Paris to the next generation of stars and a spirited hurdles discussion, the crew breaks down everything you need to know from around the sport. Watch the full episode for all the analysis, debate, and plenty of laughs along the way. FloTrack's The Meet Up is presented by @diadora Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices