Jamaican Sprinters Withdraw from Key Olympic Events
Shericka Jackson and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce's absences reshape the competition landscape at Paris 2024.
- Shericka Jackson pulled out from the 200m due to injury, following her earlier withdrawal from the 100m.
- Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce did not start in the 100m semi-final after facing a hamstring injury during warm-up.
- Both athletes' withdrawals disrupt Jamaica's medal prospects in sprint events.
- Elaine Thompson-Herah, another top Jamaican sprinter, is also out due to an Achilles injury.
- New favorites for the 200m include Julien Alfred from Saint Lucia and Gabby Thomas from the USA.