Overview

• The American sprinter rose to global prominence last year with three Olympic golds in the 200m, 4x100m, and 4x400m in Paris.
• Her decision means she will not attempt to defend her 200m silver from the 2023 World Championships in Budapest.
• Her 2025 form trailed her peak, including 22.20 seconds for third at the U.S. Trials compared with a 21.60 personal best.
• The World Athletics Championships run September 13–21 in Tokyo, with the women's 200m final scheduled for September 19.
• Her absence alters medal projections in the 200m, and it could open the door for 100m Olympic champion Julien Alfred to pursue a sprint double.