Athletes remain unpaid 15 months after Grand Slam Track collapse

Athletes previously associated with the Grand Slam Track venture are still waiting for half of their earnings nearly 15 months after the organization filed for bankruptcy. Founder Michael Johnson maintains that he ensured the athletes were paid, but funds remain locked in an escrow account. The issue persists as many of the same competitors gather in Budapest for the Ultimate Championships. This event features a $10 million prize fund, which is the largest in the sport's history, with individual event winners set to earn $150,000. The continued delay in receiving payments from the defunct track circuit remains a point of concern for participants while they compete in the current tournament.

• 6:00 PMThe Guardian Sport — Leading athletes still waiting on large sums owed by ill-fated Grand Slam Track