EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: U.S. Olympic Sprinter Kenny Bednarek Aims For Gold In Paris 2024

U.S. Olympic sprinter Kenny Bednarek is setting his sights firmly on gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics. After narrowly missing out on the top spot at the Tokyo 2020 Games, Bednarek is determined to claim the gold medal in the upcoming competition.

“My goal is just to get the gold medal,” Bednarek said. “Last time I was there for Tokyo and I got edged out barely, so this time I’m going for the win.”

Bednarek’s drive is fueled by a combination of past experiences and recent challenges. The sprinter experienced a setback in 2022 when he earned a silver medal due to an injury, following a stellar 2021 season. Despite these hurdles, Bednarek remains optimistic about his potential.

“It’s a lot of motivation,” Bednarek explained. “I know I’m nowhere close to my peak. I haven’t hit anywhere near my ceiling, so it’s just a matter of staying healthy and bringing it all out when the time comes. Getting your butt kicked adds a lot of motivation, and I just want to let them know that I’m ready.”

Bednarek’s commitment to his goal is evident in his rigorous daily training routine. His day starts early with a healthy breakfast of eggs and fruit, followed by a demanding practice session that can last until 2:30 p.m. This is often followed by gym workouts and additional recovery sessions, including visits to the chiropractor and sauna. His schedule is so packed that he sometimes doesn’t return home until 7:30 p.m.

“Training days are long,” Bednarek noted. “When I first became a pro, I had so much time on my hands that I considered getting another job. But now, with everything I’ve added to my routine, I just can’t do that anymore.”

Looking beyond Paris, Bednarek is enthusiastic about the future of track and field, particularly with the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. He hopes the event will help elevate the sport’s profile in the U.S. and attract greater viewership.

“I’m excited for L.A. 2028,” Bednarek said. “Track and field is kind of on a down low right now, but having the Games in L.A. should help bring the sport to a higher trajectory and promote it better. It’ll be a great opportunity to get more people interested in track and field.”