Shericka Jackson Strikes Gold in Budapest, Defeats Sha’Carri Richardson in 200m

Shericka Jackson Strikes Gold in Budapest, Defeats Sha’Carri Richardson in 200mThomas, the 2021 Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist and fourth-fastest woman in the world over 200m, finished second in 21.81 seconds, ahead of Richardson in sixth place with a time of 21.92 seconds. Richardson was hoping to add a silver to her 100m gold.

Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson adds another gold to her tally, becoming a two-time 200m world champion. The Caribbean country is having an exceptional event in Budapest, with their athletes excelling on the track and in the field.

All the glory goes to Jamaica ‼️@sherickajacko storms to the 2nd fastest 200m in HISTORY.

21.41 championship record ?#WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/QkGNA8Vnap

— World Athletics (@WorldAthletics) August 25, 2023

Jackson shatters championship record

Jackson’s season has been nothing short of extraordinary, and her gold medal in the 200m further solidifies her position as the world’s premier 200m sprinter.

Jackson’s 21.41-second time is the championship record, which she also set at the 2022 World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon. If she maintains her current form, Flo-Jo’s world record is likely to fall at some point in the Diamond League next month.

21.41 ?

??'s @sherickajacko smashes her 200m championship record ?#WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/MLShWeXdR1

— World Athletics (@WorldAthletics) August 25, 2023