Legendary Jamaican sprinters Fraser-Pryce, Jackson withdraw from key events at Paris Olympics

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At the Paris Olympics, Jamaican sprinters Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Shericka Jackson, and Elaine Thompson-Herah, who have collectively won 19 Olympic medals, will not compete in individual events due to injuries and withdrawals. Thompson-Herah is out with an Achilles injury, Fraser-Pryce withdrew shortly before her semifinal, and Jackson opted out to protect her health. Their absence significantly impacts the competition, although they remain eligible for the women's 4x100m relay.

Keywords: Jamaican sprinters, Paris Olympics, Fraser-Pryce Jackson Thompson-Herah

Source: NBC Olympics

Update At: 8/4/2024

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