The Grand Slam Track league brought its high-octane energy to Franklin Field in Philadelphia from May 31 to June, 2025, with elite sprinters like Kenny Bednarek and Melissa Jefferson lighting up the track. The Philadelphia Slam, part of the league’s inaugural four-city season, featured two days of intense competition, drawing top athletes and a packed house at the storied Penn Relays venue.
Bednarek, known for his explosive speed, competed in the men’s short sprints and long sprints, facing off against a stacked field of international stars. Melissa Jefferson, a rising force in women’s sprinting, brought her trademark power to the women’s short sprints and hurdles, thrilling fans with every stride.
The Grand Slam Track format required athletes to race twice over the weekend, with points awarded for each finish and a $100,000 grand prize on the line for the overall winner. The Philadelphia crowd, famous for its intensity and deep track knowledge, witnessed world-class performances as athletes chased both victory and crucial points in the league standings.
Franklin Field’s electric atmosphere, combined with the league’s innovative format and star-studded roster, has set a new standard for track and field in the U.S. With Bednarek and Jefferson at the forefront, the question remains: who will seize the momentum heading into the next Grand Slam Track showdown?
