Sha’Carri Richardson and Tee Tee Terry’s compassionate gesture towards injured Jamaican sprinter Forbes reverberates across Miramar Invitational

Sha'Carri Richardson and Tee Tee Terry, although not competing at the Miramar Invitational, showcased an inspiring act of sportsmanship toward Jamaican sprinter Shashalee Forbes, garnering widespread praise from the track and field community.

During the 100-meter final at the Miramar Invitational, Forbes, who had initially qualified for the final with a strong performance in her heat, encountered an injury that forced her to withdraw from the race. Richardson and Terry, despite not participating in the event, immediately rushed to Forbes' aid as she struggled with her injury.

Forbes, a member of Jamaica's 4x100-meter silver medal-winning team at the 2023 World Championships, expressed her gratitude to Richardson and Terry for their compassionate gesture. The two athletes walked Forbes through the track after her withdrawal, demonstrating their support and solidarity.

Selfless act of sportsmanship

Richardson, who had been slated to compete in the 100-meter and 200-meter events at the Miramar Invitational before withdrawing two days prior to the meet, along with Terry, will now turn their focus to making their official season debut in the 200-meter event at the Xiamen Diamond League on April 20th.

The selfless act of sportsmanship exhibited by Richardson and Terry toward their injured Jamaican rival Forbes resonated deeply with spectators and fellow athletes, serving as a poignant reminder of the camaraderie and mutual respect within the track and field community.