“Jamaicans Ain’t Gonna Like This”: Sha’Carri Richardson Gets US Rallying Behind Her Despite Stumbling at Olympic Trials 100m Win

Sha’Carri Richardson is right on track for the Paris Olympics. Competing at the preliminary heats of the US Olympics trials, Richardson took the pole position. She ran an impressive 10.88s to secure the first step towards her maiden Olympic qualification. Interestingly, during her run, Richardson faced dual trouble. Firstly, her right shoe got untied right at the start. This malfunction came back to haunt Richardson as she took a slight stumble while beginning the race. 

Taking to X, Travis Miller uploaded a snippet of Richardson’s victory while captioning the post, “Sha’Carri Richardson stumbles at the start AND STILL RUNS 10.88! #TrackFieldTrials24” While Richardson took the first position, the podium was completed by Tamari Davis and Tamara Clark. They ended with 11.01s and 11.05s respectively. Meanwhile, such a strong start to the Olympics mission will only bolster Richardson’s confidence. 

The US track star would surely like to wipe off the unfortunate memory of getting banned despite qualifying for the Tokyo Olympics as she tested positive for marijuana. Sha’Carri Richardson’s 2024 session has so far looked quite bright. Richardson won the women’s 100m discipline with ease clocking 10.83s. Her next stop will be the US trials semis, where a top 2 finish will see her through to Paris. And looking at her bright Olympic prospects, the fans were quick to laud the US track and field queen. 

Fans excited to see a Sha’Carri Richardson special

Soon after Richardson eased to victory, fans couldn’t help but wonder about the level of comfort exuded by the athlete. They expressed their amazement in the comments section. 

Highlights Sha’Carri Richardson’s exceptional form one X user added how despite stumbling due to an untied shoe Sha’Carri still clocked 10.88 seconds, the fan believes Richardson is capable of running much faster, potentially in the 10.6 seconds range. “She stumbled and still ran 10.88. She’s definitely in 10.6 shape 🔥”, added the fan.

Referring to the age-old intense rivalry between U.S. and Jamaican sprinters in women’s 100m events, one fan added, “The Jamaicans ain’t gonna like this”. With Sha’Carri speeding up to grab the Olympic glory, she might also have to face the indomitable Jamaican sprinting forces, Shericka Jackson, Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce, and Elaine Thompson-Herah.

Despite stumbling due to an untied shoe, Richardson still won her heat with a remarkable 10.88s. Noticing her capability, one track fan said, “She’s a BEAST IN THIS 100 m lol”. Richardson has consistently delivered top performances in the 100-meter dash, and the list also includes a personal best of 10.72s. This indeed makes her a formidable contender for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Reflecting her top condition and strong potential for the Paris Olympics one fan commented, “SHE’S a beast!!!! With that start, there’s no way she should have won that heat. She’s READY to run sub 10.60”

Thus, with the last lap remaining, it is now or never for Sha’Carri Richardson. While her Olympic qualification is likely, it will be interesting to see whether Richardson can replicate her dominance come to Paris.