Who Is Sha'Carri Richardson? Facts About the US Sprinter
Sha'Carri Richardson Is America's Fastest Woman! Meet the Must-Watch Sprinter Before Tokyo
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With her commanding win at the Olympic Trials, Richardson cemented her status as a favourite for the 100-meter sprint not only within the US, but also at the Olympics. "Being happy is an understatement," Richardson told NBC after the race. "Excited, nervous, all of those feelings piled in one. I'm highly blessed and grateful." An American woman has not won gold in the 100-meter sprint since Gail Devers in 1996, although three American women (Lauryn Williams, Carmelita Jeter, and Tori Bowie) have since placed second.