Sha’Carri Richardson at Prefontaine Classic: When, Where & How To Watch the Next Diamond League?

Sha’Carri Richardson is still pursuing her first victory in this year’s Diamond League series. Despite strong showings, finishing second in the 200m at the Diamond League opener in Xiamen and third in Suzhou, Richardson has yet to claim the top spot. However, anticipation is building for her upcoming appearance at the Prefontaine Classic Diamond League event on May 25th, where she will lead the women’s 100m race at Eugene’s renowned Hayward Field.

As the reigning 100m world champion, Richardson’s debut in the 100m event during this Olympic season is surely an exciting showdown. Among her challengers are the 60m world indoor champion, Julien Alfred of St. Lucia, and the 2016 Olympian Marie-Josee Ta Lou-Smith. With such a stellar lineup, excitement is high for a race. For those who are eager to see this clash of titans, read below to know how to watch it.

Sha’Carri Richardson set to blaze the track in the Diamond League

According to the official Diamond League website as of 20th May, the list of athletes for the 100m race has not been released yet. However, Wanda Diamond League’s post on X, confirms that Sha’Carri Richardson will indeed participate in the 100m race. Additionally, Christian Coleman is slated to join the men’s 100m event. To watch this spectacle, tune in via Peacock, with some meets also being broadcasted on various NBC networks.

Indeed, Sha’Carri Richardson will be showing her prowess in her favored 100m event, in which she etched her name in history last year. With a world-leading time of 10.65 seconds recorded in July, she emerged as the frontrunner for gold in Budapest. Even formidable competitors like Shericka Jackson, whose personal best in the 100m is 10.65 seconds, struggled to keep pace.

Meanwhile, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, boasting a personal best of 10.60 seconds, had to settle for bronze in that race. Now, as Richardson returns to the track, the question on everyone’s mind is whether she will rewrite history once again. Will she carve her name even deeper into the history of track and field greatness? However, it’s crucial to acknowledge that while the Budapest race didn’t thrust her into the spotlight, it was her performance in 2019 that truly captured the world’s attention.

Her rise from college freshman to World Champion in record time!

In 2019, Sha’Carri Richardson enrolled at LSU and made an immediate impact. In her freshman NCAA season, Richardson shattered the 100m collegiate record with a lightning-fast time of 10.75 seconds, securing her place among the top sprinters at just 19 years old. This remarkable achievement was only the beginning of her journey.

Two years later, in April, Richardson reaffirmed her elite status by recording a new personal best of 10.72 seconds, showcasing her continued evolution and dedication to her sport. However, Richardson’s journey this year has been marked by notable defeats in the Diamond League. In Xiamen, 19-year-old athlete Torrie Lewis narrowly beat her in the 200m event, completing the race in 22.96 seconds while Richardson finished second at 22.99 seconds.

Later, on April 27th in Shanghai, Richardson placed third, with Britain’s Daryll Neita winning in 22.62 seconds and Anavia Battle securing second with 22.96 seconds, just ahead of Richardson’s 22.99 seconds. As she prepares for her upcoming races, the world remains captivated by her relentless pursuit of greatness.