Oscar Pistorius, the South African Paralympic runner who captivated the world with his inspiring pursuit to compete against able-bodied athletes at the highest level of the sport, will be released from prison on parole Friday after serving half of his sentence for the 2013 murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.

AUSTIN – As Katelyn Tuohy of North Carolina State raced to the lead in the 1500m, it was as if all had been righted in our little corner of the track and field world.

AUSTIN -- Arkansas' Britton Wilson got her historic double attempt off to a rousing start, cruising to new meet and facility records of 49.53 in the 400m semifinals at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships at Mike A. Myers Stadium.

This race has so many possible superlatives, I'm not sure where to start.