Sha’Carri Richardson might have just slipped up and spilled the tea! Earlier today, Richardson took to Instagram and posted a selfie in a black top and golden chain. And it wasn’t long before the fandom took notice of the chain! The chain was a custom-made gold and diamond-plated necklace with a pendant engraved with the letters “SC.” While this seems completely natural, here’s the thing: another American track star has a similar chain!

It is none other than Richardson’s rumored boyfriend and fellow sprinter Christian Coleman! One of the posts on Coleman’s Instagram shows a similar chain around his neck. A sign of romance? Perhaps it is. The spirals of speculation around Richardson and Coleman began during the 2023 World Championships in Budapest. Disguised in casual street clothes, the duo went unnoticed by most, except for the observant fans who later saw them in a park. But that’s not the only smoke from this fire!

The fire intensified when fans spotted Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman at an Atlanta Falcons game. Fans spotted the two having a great time together. Coleman shared the moment on Instagram, writing, “RISE UP!!” after Richardson earned a standing ovation. She reposted his story, adding her own flair with “Amazing time at the game, btw.” The fandom, of course, took notice of the excitement. They were spotted together on another occasion, too!

The two were even seen leaving together after the USA Men’s basketball team won gold. Although the 24-year-old and Coleman didn’t sit together during the game, they shared a visible bond. Also, remember National Girlfriends’ Day? Richardson took to Instagram and showed off some sweet gifts, including a teddy bear with a gold medal and a card that read, “Love of my life.” While no names were taken, the fandom was pretty certain that it was all Coleman!

Despite the two trying really hard to keep the relationship under wraps, moments have slipped past them and made it into the public eye. Much like the recent selfie on Instagram, that is now deleted. So why is Sha’Carri Richardson keeping her relationship under wraps?

What is the reason behind the screen of denial?

Well, it is perhaps Sha’Carri Richardson’s decision to do so. She has, after all, stayed tight-lipped about her personal life since 2015. And why is that? It was in 2015 that Richardson came out and told the world that she identified as bisexual. Post-this, she has remained extremely vocal about her professional journey and the exact opposite with her private life. This could also explain why she rather quickly deleted the story! There is also another possible reason. Remember Jamaican sprinter Janeek Brown?

During the period between 2019 and 2022, Sha’Carri Richardson and Janeek Brown were one of the most talked-about couples. Richardson was extremely open about it and even credited Brown for picking her iconic bright orange hair at the 2021 U.S. Olympic trials. But behind the vibrant appearances, their relationship was rocky! In 2022, when the two broke up, Richardson accused Brown of abuse and theft.

Brown later admitted to being abusive once, calling their relationship toxic due to their youth and personal struggles. But the past is in the past. And it seems like Richardson now has a healthy relationship despite keeping it under wraps. The two seem to have a relationship where they cannot help but support each other. One such moment of support slipped up during a Diamond League press conference.

During the press conference, Coleman was all love for Richardson, calling her “a beast” and someone “at the forefront of women empowerment.” Although his remarks could simply reflect mutual respect as top athletes, fans couldn’t help but read between the lines. The fans eagerly await that official announcement, which hopefully comes soon!