All time Olympic great plans end of season retirement

Allyson Felix, who holds the most decorated female track and field Olympian of all time record, has announced she will retire at the end of the season.

The American won one Olympic gold in the 200m, two in the 4x100m relay, and four in the 4x400m relay.

In her statement, she said, “As a little girl they called chicken legs, never in my wildest dreams would I have imagined I’d have a career like this.

“I have so much gratitude for this sport that has changed my life. I have given everything I have to running and for the first time I’m not sure if I have anything left to give.

“I want to say goodbye and thank you to the sport and people who have helped shape me the only way I know how—with one last run.

“This season isn’t about the time on the clock, it’s simply about joy. If you see me on the track this year I hope to share a moment, a memory and my appreciation with you.”

Felix has won 13 world titles, and 10 Olympic medals including 7 seven golds.