DES MOINES, Iowa – The Paris Olympics are just four months away, and the Drake Relays presented by Xtream powered by Mediacom has announced a record 16 events for potential Olympians, including a new 'Thursday Night Throwdown' competition for both men and women. The 114th Drake Relays presented by Xtream will again be an exclusive Silver Level event on the World Athletics Continental Tour, making America's Athletic Classic one of the top track and field meets in the world for elite athletes hoping to compete in Paris this summer.
"With more elite events than ever, our 114th edition will attract even more of the world's finest track and field athletes," said Blake Boldon, the Franklin P.