2025 was Melissa Jefferson-Wooden’s year. She tore through the circuit to claim triple gold in the 100m, 200m, and the relay at the World Athletics Championships, becoming only the second woman, after Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, to achieve this legendary feat. Jefferson-Wooden could have had a flawless 2024 season, too, if it weren’t for Gabby Thomas.

While speaking with Serena and Venus Williams, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden opened up about the fire that has been driving her this season. She reflected on her performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. While she captured Gold in the 100m relays, in the 200m, she had to settle for third as Gabby Thomas stormed to the win and Tamari Davis edged into second.“ So I got out there in the 200, the gun went off, and I got out. I’m off the curve. I’m in f

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