Renowned track and field athlete Allyson Felix, who holds the record for the most female Olympic medals, has announced her decision to come out of retirement with the aim of competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics at the age of 42. A native of Los Angeles, Felix has won seven Olympic gold medals and is seeking to participate in her sixth Olympic Games if she qualifies. Following her retirement after the 2021 Tokyo Olympics with a total of 11 Olympic medals, Felix expressed her desire to compete in a home Olympics, stating that it is an opportunity she cannot miss. In an interview, Felix shared her motivation, saying, "Why not go after it?
Why not be vulnerable?" She hopes to experience the enthusiasm of competing in a home Olympics, saying, "I would love to hear that roar for host-country athletes." However, her spot at the Los Angeles Games is not secured, as she must first navigate the competitive US track and field qualification process.