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Matthew Centrowitz is an Olympic gold medalist in middle-distance running, known for his tactical race strategies and consistent performance at the highest levels of competition.
Matthew Centrowitz partnered with Tracksmith, a running brand. His gold-medal run at Rio 2016 showcased his tactical approach, a strong suit highlighted by the brand. Centrowitz joined Tracksmith not only as an athlete but also in an investor capacity, and returned to his sport as a competitive amateur while embarking on a new investing career.
FloSports, through its FloTrack platform, partnered with Matthew Centrowitz Jr. to support its Diamond League athletics coverage for 2025. This partnership recognizes his career transition and aims to leverage his expertise off the track. FloSports also announced a broader partnership with Tracksmith and Fleet Feet to promote FloTrack's Wanda Diamond League coverage.
HOKA donated shoes to Relay Goods to give back to high school students. Matthew Centrowitz was involved in this initiative, partnering with Relay Goods to distribute HOKA sneakers and spikes to the CSHS Track Team.
Matthew Centrowitz Jr. was born on October 18, 1989, in Beltsville, Maryland. His father, Matt Centrowitz, was a two-time Olympian and head track coach at American University. Matthew’s early athletic career showed significant promise, winning a gold medal at the 2007 Pan American Junior Championships in the 1500m. He attended the University of Oregon, competing from 2007 to 2011, where he earned seven All-American honors. His collegiate career included an NCAA championship in the 1500m in 2011, and he was inducted into the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame in 2021.
Centrowitz turned professional in November 2011, joining the Nike Oregon Project. His senior career quickly saw success, with a bronze medal at the 2011 World Championships and a silver medal at the 2013 World Championships, both in the 1500m event. He competed in the 2012 London Olympic Games, finishing fourth in the 1500m. A career highlight came at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Summer Olympics, where he won a gold medal in the 1500m with a time of 3:50.00, becoming the first American to achieve this feat since 1908. He also won the World Indoor Championships in the 1500m in 2016.
Following his Olympic victory, Centrowitz continued to compete, joining the Bowerman Track Club in 2019 under coach Jerry Schumacher. He qualified for his third Olympics in 2021 (the delayed 2020 Tokyo Games), although he did not advance past the semifinals. In late 2022, he became self-coached. After a career marked by numerous national championships and international medals, Centrowitz announced his retirement after the 2024 outdoor season, withdrawing from the 2024 U.S. Olympic trials due to injury. He is recognized for his strategic approach to racing, often dictating the pace and executing strong finishes.
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