She did it! In an electrifying showdown that will be remembered as one of the most competitive 100-meter races ever witnessed, Sha’Carri Richardson, representing the United States, secured her position as the world champion.
Positioned in Lane 9, Richardson exhibited a remarkable display of speed and determination as she surged ahead in the last 10 meters of the race.
Her exceptional performance culminated in a championship-record time of 10.65 seconds, marking a significant milestone in her career.
The race unfolded on a Monday in Budapest, where she clinched her very first world title.
Watch below:
Sha'Carri Richardson is a WORLD CHAMPION in the 100m!#WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/Mx3mxv5UzL
— NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) August 21, 2023
Throughout the race, the spotlight was primarily on the intense battle unfolding between Jamaican athletes Shericka Jackson and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, both seasoned champions in their own right.
Jackson, the reigning 200-meter world champion, and Fraser-Pryce, a decorated athlete with an impressive collection of 22 world and Olympic medals, appeared to be vying for the gold medal.
Ultimately, Jackson secured the silver medal, crossing the finish line in 10.72 seconds.
On the other hand, Fraser-Pryce, renowned for her accomplishments on the global stage, added a bronze medal to her remarkable assortment of accolades, completing the race in 10.77 seconds.
Shelly: “You know how long USA nuh get ah gold medal?! ?
Sha’Carri: “Because of you. Bcuz of u” ?? pic.twitter.com/HExwGW6fkX
— King Kai (@_thisisib) August 21, 2023
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Sha'Carri Richardson's reaction says it all. ❤️#WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/6JrHGCHXkw
— NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) August 21, 2023
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"No, thank you!" ?
Sha'Carri didn't stop to talk to ANY of the media, saying, "No, thank you!" She ONLY stopped to talk to these black journalists! ?#NoThankYou #ShaCarri pic.twitter.com/9MEI9myLUP
— Unconventional Voices of Track & Field (@VoicesofTnF) August 21, 2023
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PERIOD‼️. I love this?. This is what we should see. Sha’Carri worked hard this season and stayed out all the drama. It pays off. Well done. Proud of her Shelly and Shericka. 3 outstanding Black women????‼️ https://t.co/g8G8LO3I7C
— BGM‼️???? (@BLACKISPRECIOUS) August 21, 2023
Congratulations Sha’Carri!!