After the controversy surrounding her Olympic run in 2021, the 24-year-old defied all odds and secured her spot on Team USA during the track and field team trials on Saturday, June 22.
in 2021, the 24-year-old defied all odds and secured her spot on Team USA during the track and field team trials on Saturday, June 22. Richardson qualified for thein July after sprinting to first place in the women's 100-meter dash. In an emotional race across the finish line, Richardson achieved the fastest women's 100-meter time in the world this year at 10.71 seconds.
Weed is legal in nearly half of U.S. states, including Oregon, where it's permissible medically and for people at least 21 years old. However,restricts Olympic athletes from using cannabis despite the state's legalization. The devastating news of her suspension sent supporters into a frenzy. Several online users defended the young athlete, and many noted that there’s a, urging for the decision to disqualify Richardson be reconsidered.
Richardson's situation is just one of many examples where athletes are held to a higher standard than the average individual and crucified for anything that may seem to jeopardize their chance at winning. From Serena Williams to Angel Reese, Black women athletes have constantly been condemned for how they choose to express themselves. Williams’at the U.S. Open shed light on the different public response for Black athletes showing emotion in comparison to their white counterparts.
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