Olympian Jenny Simpson transported to hospital after collapsing during track event

Olympic bronze medalist Jenny Simpson, who won a medal in the 1500 meters at the 2016 Rio Olympics, was transported to a North Carolina hospital on Tuesday, June 17, 2026, after collapsing during a community track event. The incident occurred at the Pop Up Miles event hosted by Sir Walter Running, which confirmed Simpson was involved in a medical incident. The organization expressed gratitude to first responders and EMS, stating that Simpson was receiving excellent medical care.