Sha’Carri Richardson, the World 100m champion, and Grammy Award-winning rapper Cardi B met in a video that premiered during NBC Sports’ coverage of the 150th Kentucky Derby on Saturday. In the spot, Richardson and Cardi B are seen getting their nails done together, discussing Richardson’s training regimen, and sharing their excitement for the Olympics being held in Paris. Richardson had won the 2023 World 100m title in 10.65 seconds, making her an early favorite for the Paris Olympic 100m final on Aug. 3. The last U.S. woman to win the Olympic 100m was Gail Devers in 1992 and 1996.
Before heading to the Olympics, Richardson needs to make the team at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials from June 21-30 in Eugene, Oregon. The top three women in the 100m qualify for the individual event in Paris, and the top six will likely compete in the 4x100m relay. Richardson is also a contender in the 200m as the 2023 World bronze medalist in that event. Prior to the trials, Richardson is scheduled to race in the 100m at the Pre Classic in Eugene on May 25, which is considered the most prestigious annual international track and field meet held in the U.S. NBC Sports and Peacock will air live coverage of the Pre Classic, the Olympic Trials, and the Paris Olympics, as well as other key competitions leading up to the 2024 Paris Games.