Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce: Can Doha Mark Another Golden Start?

Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce. (Credit: Imago)

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Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce. (Credit: Imago)

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce: Can Doha Mark Another Golden Start?

Stephen Awino 09:01 - 15.05.2025

Jamaican sprint queen is set to make her Diamond League debut in Doha hoping to continue her dominance in one of her most favorites course.

Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is set to make her much-anticipated return to the Diamond League circuit this Friday in Doha, marking her first appearance in the prestigious series since 2022.

At 38, Fraser-Pryce remains one of the most decorated and respected athletes in track and field history, and her presence in Doha signals a determined comeback after an injury-plagued 2024 season that saw her miss the Paris Olympics.

Her return to Qatar rekindles fond memories where she has previously claimed victory.

A win in Doha would mark her first Diamond League triumph in three years and set her on course for a record-equalling sixth Diamond Trophy.

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With a fierce field ahead of her, including fellow Jamaicans Natasha Morrison, Tia Clayton, and Tina Clayton, Switzerland's Mujinga Kambundji, New Zealand’s Zoe Hobbs, Luxembourg’s Patrizia Van Der Weken and Britain's Amy Hunt, the competition will be intense.

Still, Fraser-Pryce’s legacy and experience make her a formidable presence on the track.

A Familiar Stage Fraser-Pryce

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce in Doha Diamond League
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce returns to Doha Diamond League

Fraser-Pryce has a winning history in the Qatari capital.

She took home the 100m crown in Doha in 2014 and again in 2021, both times showcasing her trademark explosive start and commanding finish.

With her sights set on another victory, she will aim to recapture that form as she battles a new wave of international sprint talent.

Victory in Doha would not only reaffirm her place among the sport’s elite but also serve as a significant milestone in her pursuit of a sixth Diamond Trophy, an accolade that would match the current record and further cement her legacy.

Building Momentum Toward Tokyo

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce's is eying a comeback season.
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce's is eying a comeback season.

Fraser-Pryce heads into the Diamond League opener with momentum following her performance at the 2025 World Relays in the China.

Despite Jamaica’s overall underwhelming showing, she was one of the team's standout performers, helping secure a bronze medal in the 4x100m relay alongside Shericka Jackson, Natasha Morrison, and Tia Clayton.

Their performance also guaranteed Jamaica’s qualification for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

Tokyo holds special meaning for Fraser-Pryce, as it was the venue where she claimed Olympic silver in the delayed 2020 Summer Games.

With a hunger for redemption after the disappointment of missing Paris 2024, the Jamaican sprint queen is now setting the stage for a powerful resurgence.