The Women's 200m || Shericka Jackson, Sha’Carri Richardson, Gabby Thomas, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce

The Women's 200m || Shericka Jackson, Sha’Carri Richardson, Gabby Thomas, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce

The women’s sprint events at the 2025 World Championships delivered electrifying performances, showcasing both emerging talents and established legends. In the 200m final, Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson took lane six, positioned just behind the leaders, and immediately demonstrated why she is the favorite. Fueled by frustration after her 100m setback, Jackson exploded off the curve, dominating every phase of the race. By the finish, she crossed the line in 21.41 seconds—a new Jamaican national record and just seven-hundredths shy of Florence Griffith-Joyner’s world record. Gabby Thomas, the rising American star in lane eight, chased relentlessly to claim silver, while 100m champion Sha’Carri Richardson secured bronze. The margin of 0.4 seconds underscored Jackson’s total control and the flawless execution that marked the second-fastest 200m ever run in a World Championship final.

The final’s depth highlighted the exceptional talent across the field. Daryll Neita of Great Britain, Dina Asher-Smith, and Marie-Josée Ta Lou each brought experience and resilience, navigating tough lanes and recovering from recent setbacks. NCAA champion Julien Alfred added youthful fire, showing she could challenge the established elite. Across the outside lanes, medals awaited those capable of perfect rhythm, speed, and strategy, reflecting the intense competition that defined the championships.