Jamaican sprinter who became world champion in 200m (2022, 2023) and Olympic gold medalist in 4x100m relay, known for her explosive speed and versatility.
Shericka Jackson is a Jamaican sprinter who has developed from a 400m specialist into one of the fastest 200m runners in history, setting the world record in the event in 2023. Her combination of explosive power, excellent mechanics, and fierce competitive spirit have made her one of the dominant forces in women's sprinting. She is part of Jamaica's formidable sprint tradition and a multiple world and Olympic medallist.
200m world champion and Olympic bronze medalist
How They Played
Explosive acceleration with strong finishing kick
Lasting Impact
One of Jamaica's premier sprinters in the 200m
Career Honours
- Olympic Bronze Medal 400m Tokyo 2021
- Olympic Gold Medal 4x400m Relay Tokyo 2021
- World Championship Bronze Medal 200m Eugene 2022
- World Championship Gold Medal 200m Eugene 2022
- World Championship Gold Medal 200m Budapest 2023
- World Record 200m 21.41s Budapest 2023
- Diamond League Champion 200m 2022
- Diamond League Champion 200m 2023
- Commonwealth Games Gold Medal 4x400m Relay Birmingham 2022
- World Athletics Relay Gold Medal 4x400m 2021
- World Indoor Championship Bronze Medal 400m Belgrade 2022