Weather seems to always play a factor when it comes to the Drake Relays. This year, the 116th edition of “America’s Athletic Classic” is once again dealing with the same.
Heavy rains, hail and quickly dropping temperatures hit Drake Stadium on Thursday as one of the premier track and field events in the country marched on with the beginning of high school events.
That included distance standout Quentin Nauman in his quest to retain his crowns in the 800, 1,600 and 3,200. The Western Dubuque High School sensation and future Oregon Duck picked up where he left off as a junior, winning the 3,200-meter run in 8:57.64…