July 14th 2023.
Sha'Carri Richardson, a track & field superstar, recently took to Twitter to express her dismay for not being invited to ESPN's 2023 ESPYS Awards. She claimed that the ESPYS had invited her when her life was in shambles, as if she was a charity case.
"The disrespect that track & field receives in the USA alone is nasty," Richardson wrote. "Half of the athletes there now could not do what we do on our WORST day."
This statement sparked a wave of support from her fans, with many praising her courage and talent. One fan even encouraged her to "Talk yo TRUTH fam".
Richardson further elaborated on the situation, highlighting the stark differences between her sport and others. She noted that while organizations exist to help athletes from the NBA and NFL, many track & field athletes don't even have a basic salary. Some athletes even have to sign contracts for clothes.
The outburst comes shortly after Richardson won her first national title on July 6 at the U.S. Outdoor Championships in Eugene, Oregon. She had also made headlines earlier this year for her record-breaking speed of 10.57 in the Miramar Invitational.
Sadly, in 2021, Richardson had to face suspension from competing at the Tokyo Olympic Games for positive marijuana tests. This drew criticism from cannabis supporters, including Sean “Diddy” Combs and other hip-hop heavyweights.
It's clear that Richardson is fighting for what she believes in and wants her sport to be treated with the respect it deserves. Her fans are standing by her side, and it's inspiring to see her speaking out for what she believes in.
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