Melissa Jefferson-Wooden Upsets Olympic Champion Julien Alfred in Women’s 100m at Diamond League Meet

In a thrilling showdown at the latest Diamond League meeting, American sprinter Melissa Jefferson-Wooden delivered one of the most impressive performances of her career by defeating Olympic champion Julien Alfred in the women’s 100 metres final. Jefferson-Wooden surged to the line in a blistering time of 10.75 seconds, narrowly edging Alfred, who followed closely at 10.77 seconds.


The result came as a surprise to many athletics observers, as Alfred, the reigning Olympic 100m gold medallist and one of the season's top performers, was the favorite heading into the race. However, Jefferson-Wooden’s explosive start and strong finish proved decisive in securing the victory. The win marks one of her fastest times this season and signals a strong return to form as she builds momentum toward the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Ivorian sprint legend Marie-Josée Ta Lou-Smith also impressed, clinching third place with a Season’s Best of 10.90 seconds. The 35-year-old veteran continues to prove her consistency on the world stage, maintaining her position among the sport’s elite.

Favour Ofili of Nigeria made her Diamond League debut in the event and produced a solid performance, finishing fifth with a time of 11.09 seconds. Her transition from collegiate competitions to the professional circuit has drawn praise, and this outing marks a significant milestone in her career.

Meanwhile, American sprint star Sha’Carri Richardson, making her first appearance of the season, finished a disappointing ninth in 11.19 seconds. The reigning world champion has been easing back into competition, and while the result was below expectations, fans and analysts will be closely watching her in the lead-up to the Olympic Games.

Jefferson-Wooden’s performance not only reshuffles the current sprint rankings but also injects renewed excitement into the women’s 100m landscape. As the World Atlantic season heats up, the battle for supremacy among the world’s fastest women promises to be more competitive than ever.

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