Sinclaire Johnson was there for the finals of the 1,500 meters at last year’s NCAA track and field championships.
Not on the track.
In the stands.
She won the event at regionals but then, finished last in her heat at nationals. That relegated the Oklahoma State runner to spectator for the finals.
“Coming in dead last," she said, "was just heartbreaking.”
A week ago, she more than made up for last year’s disappointment.
Johnson not only won the national title at 1,500 meters but also set the meet record. Her time of 4:05.