Arch Rivals Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Sha’Carri Richardson Set to Face Each Other in the Most Awaited Clash of 2022 Track Season

Published 04/14/2022, 11:47 AM EDT

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In the 2021 season, track queens dominated the headlines with not only their extraordinary skills but also with their intense rivalry. US sprinting star Sha’Carri Richardson had some on and off-field feuds with Jamaican sprinting queens, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Elaine Thompson-Herah.

As the track stars are slowly returning to their championships, the queens of the track are also preparing for their much-awaited clash.

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Sha’Carri Richardson and Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce will face each other in May

From getting fame after clocking insane time in the US Olympic trials to facing a shocking ban, Sha’Carri had a roller coaster ride in 2021. While on the other hand, 35-year-old Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce had a golden year, winning Olympic medals and producing some remarkable runs.

When Sha’Carri returned to the field after her ban, fans had huge hopes for the young star. However, 22-year-old Richardson had an expected loss in front of Jamaicans, as she finished at the last position. Albeit, 2022 is a new season, and Richardson has the perfect chance for redemption. Shelly and Sha’Carri will compete at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi, Kenya on May 7.

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Sha’Carri Richardson Is Back With Her Tweets

One of the most iconic moments of the 2021 season was Shelly-Ann Fraser’s smirk at Sha’Carri Richardson after her loss. Notably, Sha’Carri in a savage move, made the picture her Twitter profile image and still has not changed it.

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Well known for her bold comments, Richardson also made an interesting tweet after the announcement of her participation. She wrote, ”If I don’t say it, don’t believe it.”

While Sha’Carri and Shelly-Ann’s presence has been confirmed, there is still no news of the current world’s fastest woman alive, Elaine Thompson-Herah’s appearance.

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Regardless, Sha’Carri vs Shelly-Ann will be a fight that will leave fans with a nail-biting moment. Do you think the American star will take her revenge. And prove her excellence or the Jamaican legend will dominate again?

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Shreya Verma

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Shreya Verma is a US Sports writer at EssentiallySports. A post-graduation student in political science, Shreya is also a professional 10m air pistol shooter. Taking after her athlete father, she was naturally inclined towards the athletic life.
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Deepakshi Chaudhary