I’m better’ – Sha’Carri Richardson sends strong message to Julien Alfred ahead of the Olympic rematch in Zurich

I’m better’ – Sha’Carri Richardson sends strong message to Julien Alfred ahead of the Olympic rematch in Zurich

 

Sha’Carri Richardson has a soothing message for her opponents ahead of the historic Olympic rematch against Julien Alfred in Zurich.

 

Sha’Carri Richardson has reactivated her renowned motivational chant ahead of the dramatic Olympic rematch with Julien Alfred in Zurich, where she will seek revenge on the St. Lucian’s new speed queen.

 

Richardson and Alfred last competed in the 100m final at the Paris Olympics, where the St Lucian star sprinter set a new personal best of 10.71 seconds ahead of the American.

Following the Olympic final, many believed Richardson was not at her best due to a mishap a few hours before her semifinal race, when she and the legendary Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce were denied entry into one of the stadium gates for failing to arrive with their country’s team bus, which could have taken a toll on her physically and mentally.

 

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With the excitement of the Paris Olympics behind her, the defending world 100m champion hopes to make amends and demonstrate that her loss was a one-time occurrence, and that she is in better shape for the Zurich Diamond League.

 

Richardson posted a video to her Instagram stories featuring her new customised Nike spikes and her famous catchphrase, “I’m not back, I’m better.”

 

 

Sha’Carri Richardson’s new customised Nike spikes, revealed on Instagram Stories.

This was her innovative motto during her world-title-winning extraordinary 2023 season, which saw her restore her position as the top female sprinter.

 

With Zurich in mind and using it as inspiration, track fans can expect an entertaining fast, competitive race between the world’s top women this year.