Exactly six months ago, in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, two of the world’s fastest women reignited their track rivalry under the lights of Weltklasse Zurich. On September 5, 2024, Sha’Carri Richardson proved untouchable, storming to victory in 10.84 seconds—just 0.04 seconds ahead of her fierce competitor, Julien Alfred. For Richardson, it was more than a win; it was revenge. The sting of her Olympic defeat to the St. Lucian sprinter still lingered, but in Zurich, she had her moment. However, rivalries of this magnitude are never settled in just one race.
Eight days later, on September 13, Julien Alfred struck back at the Memorial Van Damme in Brussels, outpacing Richardson in a thrilling showdown. With the score even, the stage was set for the next chapter in their battle—a race that would come sooner than expected.
Now, as the 2025 season heats up, all eyes turn to the Miramar Invitational on April 5. Another high-stakes 100m clash looms, but is everything as it appears? Why is that so? On April 1, Sha’Carri Richardson sent shockwaves through social media with a cryptic Instagram story. “I will not be competing at Miramar Invitational,” she posted—only to follow it up with one word: “Lies.” Was this a misdirection? A response to swirling rumors? Or just Sha’Carri playing mind games ahead of another marquee showdown?
Meanwhile, Julien Alfred seemed unfazed. Speaking with journalist Tee on the same day, the Olympic champion exuded quiet confidence. “I’m in just today. I’m just realizing how strong I am, so I’m really already seeing what I can do. I just need to go out there, trust this training, trust this plan, and just work on execution.” The Miramar Invitation will be her last 300m race this season, and after that, she will move to 100m/200m events. Big words, no?
Julien Alfred
Split 49.8 on the 4x400m @ Texas Relays
She shares what event she’s racing this weekend in Miramar and what’s getting her excited about this 2025 track season! #julienalfred #stlucia #trackandfield pic.twitter.com/fw31A89oUE
— Tee (@realtalkwithtee) April 1, 2025
However, the anticipation builds. Will Richardson step onto the track in Miramar to face her rival, or is there more to the story? And if they do meet, who will strike the next blow in this ever-intensifying duel?
The report is developing…
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