Season 1 of SPRINT got its share of critiques, mainly for not being newbie-friendly. Bianca Knight, London Games gold medalist, took to Twitter to share her thoughts: “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,” she wrote. She added, “All of this information could be obtained by following socials. I feel like I expected more BTS ‘raw’ footage.” Knight felt the series missed the mark for those new to track and field, leaving some viewers feeling out of the loop.
Despite the gripes, Season 1 was a huge hit, largely due to the high-profile appearances of stars like Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles. The show set a new streaming record, racking up 2.4 million views in its first week and landing as Netflix’s 6th most-watched series globally. But here’s the kicker: Fans are now fuming over Sha’Carri’s surprising omission from Season 2. Given her standout performance in the first season and her two Olympic medal hauls, her absence has fans scratching their heads!
Fans aren’t mincing words about this unexpected exclusion!
Fans are buzzing about Sha’Carri Richardson’s surprise snub from SPRINT Season 2. The comments section on X is overflowing with disappointment and frustration. One fan summed it up with, “Although happy about new athletes’ inclusion, not having Sha’Carri back for S2 is BAD.” Given that Season 1 showcased the 100-meter sprint at the 2023 World Championships and was packed with excitement, the exclusion of such a standout from episode 1 like Sha’Carri has fans scratching their heads.
Another fan boldly asked, “No Sha’Carri, are they crazy?”—a sentiment echoed by many who were looking forward to her return. Sha’Carri’s slow start in the 100m final, with a reaction time of .221 seconds—the slowest of all runners—was a major factor in her silver medal finish, as she couldn’t catch up to the speedy Julien Alfred from Saint Lucia.
In the semifinal, she likewise got off to a slow start, giving away her weaknesses. Richardson’s decision to forego interviews while in Paris added to the mystery and fuelled rumours that she may have declined the chance to appear in Season 2. Even so, one fan questioned, “No Sha’Carri? It would be absurd to have her do this without her consent, therefore she must have declined to participate.
Another fan expressed their displeasure with Sha’Carri’s absence and Noah Lyles’ return by saying, “No Sha’Carri, won’t be watching; anyone outside of Noah is a snooze fest.”Not everyone, though, is depressed; one person said, “Oh, Sha’Carri isn’t featured?!,” expressing a range of emotions. So happy Tebogo and Kishane will be in it,” expressing their excitement about the fresh talent even as they lament Richardson’s departure.
We’re interested in hearing your thoughts on the surprise withdrawal of Sha’Carri Richardson from SPRINT Season 2, as the discussion around this development is becoming more heated. Do you think her decision to stay away was calculated or a squandered opportunity? What are your opinions on this twist? Please join the conversation by leaving a comment below.
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