In Rio, the U.S. failed to win a single gold medal in the 100m, 200m and 400m for the first time in 40 years.
If the early track season is any indication, the climb back to the top of the podium at the world championships in August will be a major challenge.
American sprinters size up against international competition at the Prefontaine Classic on Saturday (NBC and NBC Sports Gold, 4-6 p.m. ET). Coverage from the Diamond League meet in Eugene, Ore., starts with distance races Friday night (NBCSN, 11-midnight ET).
The deepest race is the women’s 200m, which features the top two U.