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“Mommy Rocket”: After Dominating Parents’ Day Race at Her Son’s School, Legend Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce Stuns Track World With Preps for Her Next Big Race

Published 04/19/2023, 2:34 PM EDT

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The world’s third-fastest woman Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce participated in her son, Zyon’s annual Sports Day event earlier this month. Naturally, no parent stood a chance of winning while competing against one of the greatest sprinters of all time. While that win took the gold, the Jamaican athlete currently has her eyes on her next big race, the Botswana Golden Grand Prix, which will take place at Gaborone on April 29. Recently, she shared a picture from her practice session, stirring excitement among fans.

On April 18, the 36-year-old gained massive traction on her latest Instagram post, which featured a breathtaking picture of the champion sprinter. Moreover, the mother of one also added her mantra while practicing for the big competition.

Here’s a look at Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce’s latest post

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The latest post shared by Fraser-Pryce features a moment from her practice session ahead of the second meet of the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold. The two-time Olympic gold medallist shared the picture along with her preparation mantra that read, “☝🏾A daily reminder: “Faith, Focus, Fortitude, and Flying Feet” 🚀

Moreover, the picture captured the Jamaican sprinter running from a distance with her back facing the camera and her majestic long braided hair flying wild. Her body bent forward to gain maximum force before taking off at the running track. Her bulky calf muscles added to the dynamic energy in the picture. Nevertheless, Shelly donned black sportswear with pink running shoes looking like a sprinting goddess from the back.

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Looking at the incredible picture, fans could not resist hyping up the athlete. They expressed their excitement in the comment section.

Fans wish for the best ahead of Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce’s big race

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Observing the supersonic speed that radiated through the picture, a fan described the picture as “No wind-aided speed needed here..🔥🔥🔥🔥”. Some fans wished the best for the athlete before the championship, saying, “Getting ready for the challenge. Big up to the world greatest 👏” and “World record Queen! Good luck! 💪🏾💪🏾” Them calves😍” commented a fan looking at the stunning calves in the picture. Moreover, someone had a suggestion for the athlete, “you must frame and place in your home. Love this pic”

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Fans also expressed their excitement to see the mother of one rocking the championship, “Mommy rocket 🚀 can’t wait to see you on April 29th 😍😍😍” Another fan wrote, “The greatest 100m sprinter EVER walk the face of this earth. Five-time World Champion about to be six. Watch yah man..🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Caan cool.”

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From getting doubted for being an inexperienced athlete in 2008 to making her strong comeback after her pregnancy in 2018, the 36-year-old has tackled every setback with great spirit till now. Looking at her determination, it seems that Shelly will amaze the world yet again at the upcoming championship.

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