Nikki Hiltz, a nonbinary runner, used a late kick to win the women's 1,500-meter final at the U.S. Track and Field Olympic Team Trials, setting a personal-best and meet record with a time of 3 minutes, 55.33 seconds.
Hiltz revealed that they weren't focused on time, aiming to win the race rather than secure a spot in the Olympics, ultimately surprising themself with their capability as they aimed to enjoy the moment.
Despite efforts to downplay expectations during pre-trials, Hiltz delivered a standout performance in the trials races, recognizing the significance of their achievement and the impact of making it to the Olympics.
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