Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce keeps fans guessing after vague response concerning her future in the sport

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce keeps fans guessing after vague response concerning her future in the sport

Abigael Wafula 15:02 - 26.09.2024

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has remained silent about her future in athletics after withdrawing from the Paris Olympic Games, leaving her fans uncertain about her next steps.

Multiple world champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has chosen not to comment on her future in the sport after her unceremonious exit from the Paris Olympic Games.

She had opened up about the Olympic Games in Paris being her final Olympics but she ended up withdrawing from the women’s 100m, shattering the hearts of her fans. The Jamaican spring queen competed in the heats and claimed the win but did not race start in the semifinal.

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce had only qualified for the women’s 100m at the Olympics and could not show up for the 200m and the women’s 4x100m. The three-time Olympic champion, as quoted by Jamaica Observer, remained mum about her prospects of returning to the track, choosing not to address the question from a journalist inquiring about her future.

“I cannot answer that question currently,” Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce said.

After withdrawing from the Paris Olympic Games, Fraser-Pryce penned a heartfelt message to her fans but did not set the record straight on the reason behind her exit.

“It is difficult for me to find the words to describe the depth of my disappointment. I know that my supporters share and shoulder this disappointment with me. I am truly blessed to have had the steadfast support of my fans since my Olympic debut in 2008,” Fraser-Pryce said.

“The support of my fans, my country, and the larger community has rooted me in immense gratitude that has sustained me throughout my career. With every step and win, you all have been there for me. My faith has always affirmed my trust in my journey. Thank you for continuing to be with me today and every day,” she added.

Meanwhile, she has made a name for herself, winning 10m world championship titles and three Olympic titles. Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce also has four silver medals from the Olympic Games and five Diamond League Meeting final titles. Following her exit from the Olympic Games, the 37-year-old has yet to race in any other meet.

However, she has been involved off the track with various activities including her Pocket Rocket Foundation Scholarship Awards Presentation at the AC Hotel in Kingston. At the event, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce was proud to announce that the foundation had awarded 20 scholarships to 20 high school student-athletes.

The students participate in different sports including athletics, football, volleyball, netball, basketball, table tennis and hockey. Jamaica Gleaner noted that the Olympic legend’s foundation has since awarded close to 100 scholarships since its inception 11 years ago.

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