Felix relishes rematch vs. Uibo

The scrapes for Shaunae Miller-Uibo have no doubt healed. The scars from the loss for Allyson Felix have not.

Miller-Uibo used a head-first dive at the finish to beat her American rival in the 400-meter final at the Rio de Janeiro Games last August.

Felix is very much looking forward to the rematch Wednesday at the world championships as she tries to defend her title. Defeats are rare for Felix, and never sit well with her, especially the way this one unfolded. Miller-Uibo, who is from the Bahamas, jumped out to an early lead, then held off Felix's charge along the straightaway. Side-by-side with two steps to go, Miller sprawled and tumbled across the line to win by 0.07 seconds.

“I never get past losses. They just motivate me,” Felix said. “It's a part of my story.”

A lot has changed for Miller-Uibo since that day in Brazil. Namely, she got married earlier this year to Estonian decathlete Maicel Uibo.

Miller-Uibo and Felix had two of the fastest times in the semifinals. The top time, though, be- longed to Salwa Eid Naser, who represents Bahrain and set a national record in 50.08 seconds.

Felix will be chasing after her 10th gold medal at the worlds. She's also planning on being a part of the 4x100 and 4x400 relay squads.

“I figure when my career is done, I'll look back and kind of appreciate everything,” said Felix.

AP FOTO NOT OVER. Losing is a rarity in Allyson Felix’s book. That is why she could not get over her Olympics loss and looks forward to a rematch with Olympics nemesis Shaunae Miller Uibo at the Worlds.