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Athletes from the Grand Slam Track (GST) are still waiting for their full earnings, 15 months after the venture's bankruptcy. They received half of their earnings in October 2025. Agents hope for another 25% from escrow soon. Vendors have only received 14% of owed amounts.
GST founder Michael Johnson claims to have secured funds for athlete payments. Payments were made into an escrow account, with distribution overseen by Force10 partners under bankruptcy court supervision. High-profile athletes, including Josh Kerr and Sydney McLaughlin-Nevrone, are owed over £100,000. Read more racing coverage.
World Athletics president Sebastian Coe contrasts GST's issues with the Ultimate Championship, assuring timely athlete payments. Coe highlights their fully-funded business plan, contrasting with GST's financial struggles. Related: Coe assures timely payments for athletes at Ultimate Championship.
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Many Grand Slam Track athletes still await full payment after venture's collapse. Athletes from the Grand Slam Track (GST) are still waiting for their full earnings, 15 months after the venture's bankruptcy. They received half of their earnings in October 2025. Agents hope for another 25% from escrow soon. Vendors have only received 14% of owed amounts.
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Runner World published this brief on September 11, 2026. The underlying The Guardian Athletics report was dated September 11, 2026.
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