Quincy Hall is ready to seize his moment in the spotlight with a fresh burst of energy. After the resounding success of Netflix’s Sprint series, fans are eagerly counting down to the premiere of its second season on November 13, 2024. This new season promises to take viewers behind the scenes of the Summer Olympics, but it’s not without its surprises. Notably absent from the roster is Sha’Carri Richardson, the Paris Olympics 4x100m relay gold medalist and a fan favorite from Season 1. Her unexpected exclusion has sparked disappointment and speculation among fans, especially since Netflix has yet to offer an explanation.

Amid the buzz surrounding Richardson’s absence, Quincy Hall has emerged as the talk of the track and field community. As fans speculate on the reasons behind Richardson’s snub, Hall’s bold comments have only fueled the conversation. In a surprising twist, Hall also revealed that he won’t be featured in the upcoming season, adding even more intrigue to the show’s future. With these unexpected developments, Sprint Season 2 is shaping up to be full of surprises, leaving fans wondering what’s next for their favorite athletes.

Despite a stellar performance, Quincy Hall didn’t cut for Sprint Season 2

On August 29, 2024, Quincy Hall, the Men’s 400m Olympic champion, shocked fans by revealing his name—and many other top athletes—are missing from the Sprint Season 2 lineup. He tweeted, “They don’t want to add me to SPRINT SEEUMSAYIN,” leaving fans scratching. Hall earned gold in the 400m at the Paris Olympics on August 7, impressing a cheering crowd at Stade de France.

He was confident before the race and proudly stated, “I told you guys I was going to get a gold medal this year and I guess I just showed you I did it.” Hall finished in 43.40 seconds, outpacing Great Britain’s Matthew Hudson-Smith (43.44s) and Zambia’s Muzala Samukonga (43.74s). Despite his stellar performance, Netflix didn’t include him in Season 2, which will feature his rival, Noah Lyles. Fans were also surprised that Sha’Carri Richardson, a standout in Season 1 with her gold medal in the 100m, won’t be featured this time.

Alongside her, the show will also miss stars like Elaine Thompson-Herah, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and Zharnel Hughes. Season 1 hit 2.4 million views in its first week and became Netflix’s sixth most-watched show globally. However, it faced criticism for not providing enough background for newcomers to the sport. Bianca Knight, a London Games gold medalist, tweeted, “Watching ‘Sprint.’ 3 episodes in and I don’t know… the way it’s cut, it’s still not providing enough info for a person unfamiliar with this sport itself.”  

Even after participating in the show, 2023 World Champion Fred Kerley once wrote on X about it, captioning it, “That show is not about sprinting.” He took it even further and called it a YouTube doc. Despite this, Season 1 captivated many viewers. With the changes in Season 2, fans are left wondering why some key athletes, including Richardson, are not featured.

From featured to forgotten: Sha’Carri Richardson’s surprising omission

Sha’Carri Richardson, a standout in Season 1 of Sprint with a dedicated episode on her gold-medal win in the 100m at the 2023 World Championships and her impressive performances at the 2024 Paris Olympics, is notably absent from Season 2. Despite Netflix not offering an official explanation, speculation is rife. Some fans suggest that her decision to end her season early after Paris might be a factor, as the upcoming season focuses on the Diamond Leagues and Athlos, featuring athletes still actively competing.

Richardson’s absence could be linked to the limited content available due to her early season closure. Additionally, Quincy Hall has playfully claimed that Netflix doesn’t want him in the series, adding to the chatter about the missing athletes. As the discussion heats up over the absence of stars like Richardson and Hall, it’s worth pondering: Is their exclusion a missed opportunity or a strategic move? Share your thoughts on this twist below.