The 24-year-old was going to compete in Tokyo three years ago, but she tested positive for cannabis. She accepted a one-month suspension by the United States Anti-Doping Agency, making her ineligible ...

TOKYO, Sept 14 (Reuters) - Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Julien Alfred set up their highly anticipated 100 metres showdown when they swept through the semi-finals at the world championships on Sunday.

Sha’Carri Richardson opened up her season in the 100 meters at the Tokyo Golden Grand Prix on May 18. The Olympic silver medalist from Paris placed fourth in a time of 11.47—well off her personal best ...

Melissa Jefferson-Wooden’s incredible season hit its peak on Sunday. The 24-year-old won her first gold medal in the 100 meters at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Her winning time of 10.61 ...

TOKYO, Sept 13 (Reuters) - World leader Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Olympic champion Julien Alfred took the first step towards their highly anticipated 100 metres showdown at the world championships ...

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TOKYO, JAPAN - SEPTEMBER 13: Maboundou Kone of Team Cote d'Ivoire, Julien Alfred of Team Saint Lucia and Audrey Leduc of Team Canada compete during the Women's 100 Metres Heats on day one of the World ...