July 16, 2023
Richardson beats Jackson in 100m at Silesia Diamond League
KINGSTON, Jamaica – American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson remains undefeated in the 100m this season after beating world leader Shericka Jackson of Jamaica in the event at the Silesia Diamond League on Sunday.
Richardson, who claimed her first US national title last weekend, ran 10.76 for the win.
Jackson, who recently stormed to a world-leading time and lifetime best of 10.65 at the Jamaica national trials, had to settle for second in 10.78.
Her compatriot Shashalee Forbes finished eighth in 11.18.
Ewa Swoboda dipped under 11 seconds for the first time in front of her home crowd as she clocked 10.94 for third.