Sha'Carri Richardson praised the Grand Slam Track meet crowd and expressed excitement for Athlos to deliver a similar fan experience.
Sha’Carri Richardson was over the moon watching thousands of fans assemble in the stadium at the Grand Slam Track meet in Philadelphia and admitted that she cannot wait to see the same happening at Athlos.
The event took place at Franklin Field at the University of Pennsylvania over the weekend, with formidable athletes looking to make a mark.
Sha’Carri Richardson attended the event to cheer on her boyfriend, Christian Coleman, and some of her training mates, including Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Kenny Bednarek.
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The reigning world 100m champion revealed that she was thrilled to see the fans show up in large numbers to support the athletes.
Sha’Carri Richardson added that track and field deserves that kind of recognition, noting that she is thrilled to see what Athlos has in store for the fans.
“Watching my co-trainers as well as my fellow athletes competing continues to show that track and field deserves the audience that it needs. The audience here cannot wait, and also cannot wait for Athlos to show up as well,” Sha’Carri Richardson revealed.
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"I’ve always believed that my journey was preparing me for something bigger than myself. With ATHLOS, I get to help shape the future of a sport that’s given me so much. It’s not just about running; it’s about building something that lasts for the next generation," Sha’Carri Richardson said upon her confirmation.
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For now, Sha’Carri Richardson has yet to confirm whether she will be competing at the event in October, but she remains an advisor-owner for the league.