Sha'Carri Richardson opened up about the strong presence of black women in her life. Born in Dallas, Texas, in 2000, she went on to win multiple Olympic medals even after undergoing several setbacks. Richardson was raised by her grandmother, Betty Harp, and her aunt, whom she refers to as mother, after her biological mother estranged her. She began racing at the age of nine. She lost her biological mother passed away a week before her Tokyo Olympics Trials, which sent the athlete into a spiral. However, the presence of her family's strong women gave her their unwavering support. In the Stockton Street podcast, hosted by legendary tennis sister duo Serena and Venus Williams, Richardson reflected on their steadfast support, stating their love and care revived the strength and motivation in her. "I definitely feel there's strong energy in the presence of women in my life, especially strong black women," Richardson said. "From my grandmother, to my aunt, to my mom, even to like...even teachers, coaches that I had. I feel like we are a big um...just inspiration to me when it comes to even the strongness I know I can have, like the power I know I can have, but well it's just like the nurturing. I think life was a big thing receiving from just the black women and the black...women, the feminine energy I receive was the power and the nurturing as well, together that kind of feeds me to do things that I do today." (21:48 onwards)Richardson hails from an African American ethnicity. The athlete has taken pride in being a black woman on multiple occasions. Sha'Carri Richardson opens up on her goal in track and fieldSha'Carri Richardson at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Getty Images)Sha'Carri Richardson reflected on the track and field's popularity, stating that leading up to the 2028 Games, the sport will be more exciting, especially in the women's category. In an interview with World Atheltics, she stated that even though she is focusing on her skills, she also aims to help the sport grow. “Track and field is having its moment, and the road to LA28 is about to be something special, especially for the women’s sprints. The talent, energy, and competition … it’s all going to shine. Just look at day one of the LA Games. I’m locked in on accomplishing some personal goals and doing my part to help the sport keep growing and inspiring the next generation at home in the USA and across the globe.”At the 2025 World Athletics Championships, Sha'Carri Richardson won a gold medal in the 4x100m relay race.