IShowSpeed challenges yet another Olympic gold medalist to a race

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During the Super Bowl LIX Flag Football Match on February 8th, IShowSpeed challenged Sha’Carri Richardson, an acclaimed track and field athlete and Olympic gold medalist, to a potential race in the future.

Sha’Carri Richardson is among the swiftest individuals globally, having accumulated numerous gold medals in track and field events. More recently, she clinched gold at the 2024 Summer Olympics held in Paris.

At the Super Bowl Flag Football Game, Richardson was a guest on IShowSpeed’s live YouTube broadcast, with Speed inviting the Olympic gold medalist for a speed competition in a race.

“Let’s race right now then,” Speed said. “I don’t race for free,” replied Richardson.

In response, Speed expressed frustration, saying, “Everyone seems to keep dodging the issue. I’ve had enough of the explanations.” Later, Richardson outlined the conditions under which she would accept a race challenge from the streamer.

She proposed, “Let’s start with a workout, modeled after Olympic track standards, followed by a race against each other. However, before that, you need to complete an Olympic-style track workout.” He agreed with a nod, saying, “I’m looking forward to it in Texas.

As a fellow game enthusiast, I attempted to challenge Sha’Carri Richardson to a race, but she politely declined, stating that she doesn’t participate in races without compensation 😥😥.

— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) February 9, 2025

IShowSpeed has faced Olympic sprinters before

Despite being swift, or speedy, he has left a lasting impact on many throughout the years due to his remarkable athletic prowess. In the year 2024, he showcased this talent in a live stream alongside NFL quarterback Caleb Williams. During this event, he managed to catch passes and sprinted a 4.44-second 40-Yard Dash.

Notably, in November 2024, he came very close but ultimately didn’t win a competition against another Olympic champion, Noah Lyles.

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In a noteworthy event in November 2024, he competed against another Olympic gold medalist, Noah Lyes, but unfortunately lost by a small margin.

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He had a close call in November 2024, when he ran against an Olympic gold medalist, Noah Lyles, but the latter won the race.

People on the internet seem to be split on who they think would win between Speed and Richardson.

“He probably faster than her,” said one Twitter user. “she’s scared to race Speed,” said another.

As a supporter of Speed’s opponent, I can confidently say that those predicting her loss are misinformed. They underestimate her abilities and potential. Another voice chimes in, “If they were to race, she would put him in his place!

In an impressive athletic move, Speed took part in the 2025 Royal Rumble event recently. Unfortunately, the outcome wasn’t what the live-streamer had hoped for.

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