Sha’Carri Richardson America’s Fastest Woman Says She’s “That Girl”
In orange hair, mink lashes, a nose ring and long pink colored nails at just 21 years old, Dallas Natve Sha’Carri Richardson made history when she secured her spot in the upcoming Tokyo Olympics. Winning the women’s 100m in just 10.86 seconds. After her ‘Gone with the Wind ‘fabulous win Richardson literally ran to her Grandmother, who was sitting in the stands.
“This year has been crazy for me. Going from just last week, losing my biological mother, and I’m still here.” She told reports after the race. “Still choosing to pursue my dreams, still coming out here, still here to make the family that I do still have on this earth proud.”
The young track star turned pro following her freshman year at LSU where she won the 2019 NCAA title in the 100 meter race. She will look to qualify in the 200 meters later this week.
Her record setting speed is not the only reason why she’s drawing so much attention; the fiery red wigs, tattoos and extra long nails are what us black and brown girls also live to see. Her signature look, is often compared to Florence Griffith Joyner aka Flo-Jo. The record setting Olympian who brought beauty and fashion to the track, as she was also known for her flashy style, long nails and for holding the record for being the fastest woman of all time. “Flo-Jo came to the track and knew she was going to dominate” Richardson told the Associated Press. “The way she did that was graceful. I always like that. If the amazing Flo Jo had long nails, there was no excuse why I couldn’t have long nails.” she states. She also pays homage to her in an instagram post
Not only fast but we can’t deny her style is blazing she’sunapologetically confidant and we love everyting about this winner. “I just want the world to know that I’m that girl. That every time I step on the track, I’m going to try to do what it is that me, my coach, my support team believe I can do, and the talent that God blessed me to have.” She told reporters on Saturday. Where’s the lie yall? Take a look at some of her most beautiful moments.
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Flexing at LSU in a blonde flowing wig
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