The Paris Olympics saw a ton of top-tier performances throughout various sports. The track and field events were also interesting, as they showcased many unpredictable races at the Stade de France. Many athletes also made a significant impact on the community through their performances. However, what’s a major event without its fair share of controversy?

Yes, the Olympic Games saw its ups and downs throughout the event. Majorly, during the women’s 100m finals, it saw Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce‘s exit from the event. Even though she had qualified for it, due to a speculated delayed mixup at the gate, she missed out on the opportunity to compete in her final Olympics. Indeed, this caused a ton of uproar and controversy in the track and field community, but did it affect the athlete? Yes, she didn’t even get a chance to compete in her signature event, making her upset and heartbroken, but looking at her latest social media post, the Jamaican seems eager for the 2025 campaign, aiming to leave a legacy.

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce preparing herself for a fairytale ending

Previously, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce clarified that Paris would be her final Olympic Games in her stellar career. Indeed, it was an emotional decision, but she wanted to contribute more of her time to her family, especially looking after her son, Zyon. However, Mommy Rocket never stated that she would completely retire from the sport, believing there was still time for her to achieve a fairy tale ending, which, unfortunately, did not occur in the French capital.

Although watching her exit the competition at such a major event would have been difficult for the athlete, it didn’t negatively impact her outlook on the future. Even though Fraser-Pryce is at the final stage of her stellar career, she isn’t scared about challenges. On X, @_OwenM_ posted about the athlete’s recent training session. The video saw nobody but the Jamaican doing some medicine ball crunches on the mat in the gym. Despite being 37 years old, her fitness is a source of admiration.

Fraser-Pryce has never ignored the fact that, even if she’s a mother, she can prove herself on the track. She’s among those female athletes whose performances weren’t impacted after their pregnancy. Surely, it was tough on her, but she thrived through the pressure of being a mother and a hope for many Jamaicans out there on the track. And whenever she’s on the grid, she keeps proving to everyone the reason she got herself three Olympic gold medals and ten World Championship titles.

While the 2024 season was one of the most disappointing campaigns in her stellar career, she will try to change the entire perspective in 2025. How so? There will be numerous major events, such as the Tokyo World Championships, where she will have another opportunity to earn the recognition she deserves for such a remarkable professional track and field career. Furthermore, looking at her recent physique in her training video, many fans were just amused.

The track and field community hyped up for the Jamaican’s antics

Whenever Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has been on the grid, she has always left a mark on the crowd. Her performances have been at the top level every time, and watching her train in an intensive way despite her age has left many to wonder about her next step in her career, as one fan stated, “A fitness beast considering her age.” Another fan gave her a badge, stating, “Iron Woman.” Similarly, one more user wants her to give the next Olympics a shot, stating, “One more trip to the Olympics would be beyond amazing.”

The next Games will take place in Los Angeles in 2028. In that year, Fraser-Pryce will be 40 years old, and for many athletes, that’s the age of retirement. Indeed, no one can predict how much longer the Jamaican sprinter wants to compete, but she claimed a long time ago that she wants to dedicate her time to her family. Yes, she has a son, and she wants to stay with him during his maturing years to ensure he doesn’t feel left out. It’s motherhood that’s calling her to be with Zyon, and she also wants to give back to her family, who has always supported her in her track journey.

In 2025, Fraser-Pryce’s career will be turning 18, and fans can’t be more  proud of their favorite athlete, as one stated, “Impressive 18 years career.” Another fan is looking forward to her next year, stating, “Lets go mommy rocket.” “I need shelly’s resilence and belief in self for 2025….this woman is on a different level….” Another fan aspires to embody the mindset of the athlete.

Throughout her career, the Jamaican has faced many kinds of challenges, whether it’s been her peers on the grid or anything that comes up naturally. However, her consistency in competing and getting over the problems with the right solution has been inspirational to many.