Johnson has been a pundit and commentator for the BBC since 2001 but has not worked for the broadcaster since the Paris 2024 Olympics. After that he began to focus on his work with GST, and sources told BBC Sport there are no plans for him to appear on the BBC in 2026. The Association of Athletics Managers, which represents a number of competitors, said in January that GST had debts of more than $30m (£22. But if it's physically not there, what can we do?" Johnson has previously said there would be no GST events in 2026 unless athletes have received their prize money for its first year. World Athletics has said it would only consider licensing or supporting any future GST events once its' debts from the 2025 season are paid. In a statement, the governing body said: "It is unconscionable that efforts would be made for Grand Slam Track to restart in 2026 without the settlement of outstanding financial obligations to athletes, vendors and service providers.