The USATF NYC Grand Prix was met with plenty of action in all the events that featured major track stars. However, the most unexpected results were seen in the 100-meter sprint, where the five-time Olympic gold medalist Elaine Thompson-Herah dropped within the pack and finished dead last.
After the race, she was spotted in a fragile state when she was carried by a few personnel following the event. The Jamaican sprinter also addressed her potential injury concerns following the sprint in an Instagram post, which concerned her supporters.
Elaine is a top-tier athlete, and with the Olympics approaching, many Jamaican fans are looking forward to seeing her shine in the categories in which she competes. She has nothing to prove to the world, as her accomplishments speak for themselves, but she, like every other athlete, wants to add more Olympic medals to her tally.
The Jamaican star’s season hasn’t gone as planned, and the USATF NYC Grand Prix was a total disaster. She was seen slowing down and being unable to walk after the race for unknown reasons. However, Elaine did not try to hide it from her admirers, who are concerned about her health, as she writes:
“I felt something uncomfortable as I began to push I still tried to go but it got worse so I am awaiting professional advice moving forward thanks for your continuous support.”
The season, which should have been a fairytale of numerous track meetings, has now become one shrouded in darkness, yet admirers of the Jamaican track star are always there to support her.
“I love you my Sprint Queen, Speedy recovery. I support you all the way , Win lose or draw.”
Team Jamaica has also joined the fans in sending encouragement to the track sensation.
“Wishing you speedy recovery.”
Apart from focusing solely on the Olympic season, one fan wants Elaine to take care of her health.
“Champ, I’m so sorry, but please take care of yourself first! Speedy recovery mama.”
Another admirer is likewise hoping Elaine to overcome this completely.
“Love you just the same! Rest up, Queen.”
With the right amount of luck, this track aficionado hopes that she will be prepared for the Olympic trials.
“We still supporting you our sprint queen team Jamaica all the way you will be good for trials by Gods grace.”
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Elaine’s performance was the subject of an entirely separate narrative before this injury concern. Although many fans were disappointed by the track star’s performance at the Prefontaine Classic, one track icon claimed it might be part of her strategy for the major season.
Justin Gatlin Sheds Light on Elaine Thompson-Herah’s Season Opener
In a conversation with Rodney A. Green on the Ready Set Go podcast on YouTube, Justin Gatlin inquires about his thoughts on Elaine Thompson-Herah’s tumbling down the grid during the Prefontaine Classic.
The sprinter from the Bahamas did say that, while he believes in the track star, he isn’t as worried as the rest of the world. However, he did stress that she needs to step up her game or else the rivals might catch up to her soon.
The four-time world champion, however, had a very different take on her performance, stating that she had already made up her mind to compete in the Olympic trials and the Olympic Games in Paris and was only here for the sponsorship money.
Gatlin continues to point out that since everyone in the track community knows that the big event is happening in July, competitors will either have to execute to the best of their abilities or risk being caught off guard on the biggest stage of sports.
