Sha’Carri Richardson, the electrifying sprint sensation from Dallas, is making headlines on the track and magazine covers.
Richardson, one of the world’s fastest women, is not resting on her laurels. She is currently in intense preparation, building the anticipation to see her compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, a stage she is set to electrify with her speed and determination.
On the cover of the digital edition of the fashion magazine Vogue, Richardson dubbed the world’s fastest woman, exudes elegance as she looks straight into the camera, seemingly ready to sprint.
The bottom half of her look is seen flowing in the wind. She’s crouched on all fours in the standard ready-to-run pose on a track, wearing gold Nike trainers. Her signature long, decorated nails complement her yellow Ralph Lauren bodysuit.
Photographer Luis Alberto Rodriguez captured a great shot of Richardson’s braided cornrows and curls.
In another photo, Richardson smiles broadly in a green and beige embroidered Bode tank top and gold sequin shorts. Gianvito Rossi sandals with a gold leaf design complete the look.
The title says it all: “Sha’Carri Goes for Gold”.
In an accompanying interview with Vogue, the 100-meter world champion discussed her mental state, preparation for the Paris Olympics, and other topics.
After qualifying for the 2020 Summer Olympics, Richardson was ready to make her international breakthrough. Unfortunately, she tested positive for THC metabolites and was suspended for a month, ruling her out of the Olympic 100-meter.
This year, she’s ready to go.
Richardson described an Olympic athlete’s demanding life and routine, which few people see.
“You keep showing up,” Sha’Carri Richardson says. “No matter what. Most people only think of track every four years. The Olympics, that’s all there is—those few seconds on TV. But for me, the track is my life on a day-to-day basis. Everything I do—what I eat, what I drink, if I stay up too late—it’s all reflected on the track. Every choice. That’s what the world doesn’t see.”
Richardson went on to say that family love and support are essential parts of her life, adding, “I’ve been blessed because I’ve had other people in my life who have helped me along.”
She also discussed how stressful it can be behind the scenes as she prepares to compete.
“You keep showing up. No matter what.”
The 2024 Summer Olympics will begin on July 26 in Paris and run through August 11.
