WATCH: Sha'Carri Richardson leads Team USA to gold in 4×100m relay at 2024 Paris Olympics

PARIS, FRANCE: Sha'Carri Richardson showcased her incredible speed and determination, powering through the rain-soaked track to lead the United States to gold in the 4×100-meter relay at the Paris Olympics on Friday, August 9.

Richardson's performance was pivotal in securing the victory for Team USA, marking her first Olympic gold medal.

Sha'Carri Richardson’s winning run

Taking the baton from Gabby Thomas as the anchor leg, Sha'Carri Richardson began her run approximately two or three meters behind Great Britain's Daryll Neita.

Despite the challenging conditions, Richardson's explosive final leg helped the US women’s relay team, also featuring Melissa Jefferson and Twanisha Terry, achieve a season-best time of 41.78 seconds.

The team finished in first place, surpassing Great Britain, which took second position with a time of 41.85, and Germany, which secured third with a season-best time of 41.97 reported USA Today.

The US women had previously finished second in the Tokyo Olympics 2021 women’s 4×100-meter relay, losing to Jamaica.

However, Jamaica was without its star athletes, such as Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Shericka Jackson, and Elaine Thompson-Herah, due to various injuries. Richardson’s victory in Paris thus marks a significant achievement for her and the US team.

Team USA’s men’s relay team disappoints at Paris Olympics

On the same day, Team USA’s men’s 4×100-meter relay team faced a disappointing outcome.

A mishandled baton exchange between Christian Coleman and Kenny Bednarek marred the relay, with the blame falling on Bednarek for a premature departure.

The lack of Noah Lyles, who tested positive for Covid-19 and withdrew from the competition, added to the team’s struggles.

Canada took gold, South Africa claimed silver, and Great Britain finished in third. The broadcast criticized the team's performance, with broadcasters calling it “a disaster” after reviewing the handoff errors as noted by The New York Post.

Internet praises Sha'Carri Richardson for winning gold for Team USA

Netizens responded with overwhelming praise for Sha'Carri Richardson’s performance at the 4×100-meter relay at the Paris Olympics.

“I’m so proud of her,” wrote one user on X. Another added, “She deserves it... Bravo.”

Further expressions of admiration included, “Love It! Congratulations Sha’Carri!,” and “Sha'Carri Richardson is just different,” with the latter highlighting her unique abilities.

“Richardson without having to be in the starter spot is an absolute rocket. She’ll be the anchor for many many years,” noted one fan.

“She is pure talent,” another user remarked, capturing the widespread appreciation for Richardson’s talent and impact.

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