The stakes were high in the women’s 100m at the World Championships. Melissa Jefferson Wooden was putting her unbeaten streak on the line, Julien Alfred was looking for St. Lucia’s first 100m World Championships gold, but for Sha’Carri Richardson, it was pride. After a difficult season, she was eyeing a successful run, but what followed was heartbreak. In the women’s 100m finals, her compatriot Jefferson-Wooden clocked 10.61s (finishing first), breaking Richardson’s 10.65s record. However, Richardson finished 5th with 10.94s on the clock. She is heartbroken, but her spirit is unwavering.

“ 2025 owes me nothing but I am thankful for what this year has revealed and allowing the tone to be set for the rest of my life. I am Sha’Carri Richardson & there is so much more to come, just wait and

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