American 400m hurdles silver medallist whose blistering speed, technical hurdling and rivalry with Karsten Warholm have produced some of the most memorable races in recent athletics history.
Rai Benjamin is an American 400m hurdles specialist who has been involved in some of the greatest races in the event's history, most notably competing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics where Karsten Warholm set the world record and Benjamin finished second with a time that would have been the world record just months before. His consistency at the top of the event has made him one of the 400m hurdles' defining athletes.
400m hurdles world record holder and Olympic silver medalist
How They Played
Explosive speed endurance specialist with exceptional hurdle technique
Lasting Impact
One of the greatest 400m hurdlers in history, pushed the event to new levels