Many thought Elaine Thompson-Herah would break Florence Griffith-Joyner’s 34-year-old women’s 100m world record (10.5). After all, she came as close as 10.54 seconds, the second-fastest in history, at the 2021 Prefontaine Classic. Her American rival Sha’Carri Richardson had then settled for a disappointing #9 position.
But for now, the five-time Olympic gold medalist will be happy to claim her first Diamond League win of a difficult season in the 100m.
Thompson-Herah delivered her season’s best in Brussels, finishing the race in 10.84 seconds. Moreover, she did not have the best 2023 season so far, owing to injuries she sustained, which ultimately led her to miss out on the events.
In an interview, this legendary Jamaican has revealed some disheartening secrets about her personal life and what she’s been through lately.
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