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Christian Coleman Stands by Sha’Carri Richardson After Seattle Airport Arrest

Coleman refused to press charges as he labeled the episode a “sucky situation”; Richardson retains her automatic spot at next month’s World Championships

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Christian Coleman (left) and Sha'Carri Richardson (right)
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Overview

  • On July 27 at Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, Richardson was arrested on fourth-degree domestic violence assault charges after an officer witnessed her allegedly pushing Coleman and throwing headphones at him.
  • Richardson was booked into the South Correctional Entity in Des Moines, Wash., and released by court order the following day.
  • Coleman declined to be treated as a victim in the investigation, refusing to press charges and publicly calling the dispute a “sucky situation.”
  • At the U.S. Track and Field Championships over the weekend, Coleman failed to qualify for the 2025 World Championships while Richardson maintained her automatic entry in the 100 meters.
  • USA Track & Field has acknowledged the report without comment, leaving both athletes to refocus on training ahead of next month’s global meet.