Sha'Carri Richardson won a silver medal in the women's 100-meter final at the 2024 Paris Olympics, narrowly finishing behind Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia, who claimed gold with a time of 10.72 seconds. Despite being a favorite, Richardson struggled with her start, clocking 10.87 seconds and losing to Alfred, who had previously beaten her in the semifinals. This marked Richardson's Olympic debut after missing the Tokyo Games due to a suspension for a positive marijuana test. Alfred's victory is historic as she secured the first-ever Olympic medal for Saint Lucia, while Melissa Jefferson earned bronze, making it two Americans on the podium. Fans expressed mixed reactions to Richardson's performance, reflecting on her past struggles and recent achievements. Overall, the race highlighted the unpredictable nature of the Olympics, where a single off day can dramatically affect outcomes.