American Richardson races to world gold in women’s 100m

American Richardson races to world gold in women’s 100m

Richardson clocked 10.65 seconds to edge Jamaica's Shericka Jackson.

US’ Sha’Carri Richardson spreads her arms as she crosses the line to win gold in the women’s 100m final in Budapest. (AP pic)
BUDAPEST:
Sha’Carri Richardson of the US won the women’s 100m title at the World Athletics Championships on Monday.

Richardson clocked 10.65 seconds to edge Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson, who crossed in 10.72 seconds.

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Jamaica, who was seeking a remarkable sixth world 100m title at 36, had to settle for bronze in 10.77 seconds.

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