SHOCKING NEWS: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has shocked everyone by announcing her retirement after the 2025 World Championships, declaring: “This will be my final competition in my athletics career!” The star revealed that she will devote all her time to training for another sport, a secret passion she has nurtured since she was 10 years old!
In a stunning and emotional announcement that has sent shockwaves through the athletics world, Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has revealed that the 2025 World Championships will mark the end of her illustrious track and field career.
The 38-year-old sprint icon, often hailed as one of the greatest female sprinters in history, made the revelation during a surprise press conference in Kingston earlier today. With a composed yet heartfelt tone, Fraser-Pryce declared: “This will be my final competition in my athletics career.”
The news comes as a major surprise to fans and fellow athletes alike, especially given her recent form. Despite competing against rising stars nearly half her age, Fraser-Pryce has consistently proven she’s still among the best in the world. Many had hoped to see her continue beyond 2025 — possibly even aiming for the 2028 Olympics. However, the sprint queen made it clear that the time had come to turn the page.
“Track and field has given me everything — my identity, my pride, my global family,” Fraser-Pryce said. “But there’s another part of me that has waited patiently for decades. After the 2025 World Championships, I’m stepping away from the track to pursue a dream I’ve carried since I was 10 years old.”
In a twist no one saw coming, Fraser-Pryce revealed she will be devoting herself entirely to training in a new sport, though she declined to say what it is. She described it only as a “secret passion” — something she has quietly nurtured for years, even during the peak of her sprinting career.
“I’ve always believed that passion doesn’t die; it waits,” she added. “And now, it’s time to chase that passion just like I chased gold medals.”
While speculation is already mounting — from tennis to motorsport to martial arts — Fraser-Pryce gave no hints, choosing instead to keep the suspense alive. “All I’ll say is — it’s something that will surprise many of you,” she teased with a smile.
Reactions have been pouring in from around the world. Fellow athletes, fans, and sporting legends have taken to social media to share their admiration and disbelief. Olympic champion Allyson Felix posted: “Shelly-Ann, you’ve changed the game and inspired generations. Whatever comes next, you’ll conquer it like you always have.”
Fraser-Pryce’s retirement will close a historic chapter in athletics. With eight Olympic medals, ten World Championship titles, and the reputation of being the only woman to win five World titles in the 100m, her legacy is firmly cemented.
As the countdown begins to the 2025 World Championships — now guaranteed to be an emotional farewell — one thing is certain: the world will be watching, not just to say goodbye, but to celebrate one of the most phenomenal athletes of all time.
And after that? The world waits once more — to see what Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce will conquer next.
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