Famous US sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson has tested positive for marijuana after shocking news broke out regarding her failed drug results.
The 100M sprinter who is just 21 years old is most likely in danger of missing the upcoming Tokyo Olympics if her results are confirmed, explained local media sources as the drug is banned. Fans and followers were shocked to wake up to the news which came on Friday, which means the athlete will most likely lose her spot on Team USA for the upcoming games in Tokyo.
Just last month, the athlete surprised so many after qualifying for the delayed 2020 Olympics in Eugene, Oregon. The games are all set to begin from the 23rd of this month, explained media sources.
While the sprinter is yet to comment on her test results which have been reported as positive, she did send out a Tweet on Thursday while included how she was ‘only human.point 264 |
’ But that doesn’t seem to be too convincing for many as online viewers were quick to slam her for behaving in a reckless manner despite being given such a huge honor to represent the nation on an international platform.point 193 | 1
The star is reportedly scheduled to appear for an interview on NBC’s Today Show on Friday, as explained by the network’s close sources to Reuters.point 447 |
Recently, the star was on the headlines of ESPN after she told them how she was still grieving from the loss of her mother, who passed away just a week before she qualified for the Olympics in Oregon via a 10.point 169 | 86-second dash.point 183 | 1
Experts have confirmed how the positive tests mean that her qualifying performance for the Olympics has been provisionally disqualified and things aren’t looking too bright for the young star who hails from Texas. This includes her all of her results would be wiped out, with her victory being labeled as ‘void.’