Sha’Carri Richardson has reignited excitement in the athletics world with a powerful message ahead of the US National Championships, set to take place from July 31 to August 3 in Eugene, Oregon. Despite a rocky start to her 2025 season, the reigning 100m world champion is determined to silence critics and remind fans of her elite status on the track.
Richardson is preparing to compete in both the 100m and 200m events at the championships. While she has a wild card entry into the 100m, she must earn her place in the 200m through competition. Her goal is clear: defend her national crown and fine-tune her form ahead of the global stage.
Her 2025 campaign began with a string of underwhelming performances, including a fourth-place finish at the Seiko Golden Grand Prix and a ninth-place finish at the Prefontaine Classic, where she clocked 11.19 seconds. These results sparked concern among fans and experts alike. However, Richardson has been candid about her struggles, hinting at an injury that hampered her early-season form.
Despite setbacks, Richardson remains resolute. Taking to social media, she issued a bold statement: “I WILL ALWAYS GET BACK UP!!!” — a clear sign that she’s far from giving up and still aiming for the top. Her confidence, even amid adversity, shows the mental fortitude that has long defined her career.
Last season, Richardson had an exceptional run, winning the 100m at the US Olympic Trials and earning silver in the event at the Paris Olympics. A poor start in the final cost her the gold, but she bounced back brilliantly by anchoring the US women’s 4x100m relay team to victory in rainy conditions.
As the US National Championships approach, Richardson faces stiff competition from domestic and international stars such as Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, Olympic champion Julien Alfred, 10-time world champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and reigning 200m world champion Shericka Jackson.
With her eyes set on defending her 100m world title, the championships will serve as a critical benchmark for Richardson. Her message is loud and clear she’s down but not out, and ready to reclaim her place at the top of sprinting.
