Shericka Jackson is considered as the fastest woman alive and is the second fastest woman in history. Born in Saint Ann, Jamaica on July 16, 1994, she is an Olympic Sprinter hailing from Jamaica. Notably, her success, along with that of her compatriots like Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Elaine Thompson-Herah, serves as a testament about the Caribbean nation having produced some of the greatest sprinters in history.
Jackson has won medals all over the globe in various disciplines and in various events. This includes golds at the Pan American Games, NACAC Championships, World Athletics Relays, World Championships and above all at the Olympic Games. She has also broken various records and will be looking forward to the Paris Olympics later in 2024 where she will try to add to her already impressive medal collection.
What is Shericka Jackson's 200m Time?
Shericka Jackson delivered an impressive performance in the 200m final at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest. Clocking a time of 21.41 seconds, showcasing her greatness at the world stage.
Shericka Jackson's Career
Known initially for her skills in the quarter-mile event, Jackson made a bold move to the shorter distances, and the results turned out to be a phenomenal result.
The 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest were a chance for Shericka Jackson to show what an amazing athlete she is. Having secured a silver medal in the 100m, she became a favorite for the 200m final.
By the time she crossed the finish line at the 200m final, the clock counted exactly 21.41 seconds – a new national record for Jamaica, and incredibly close to the legendary Florence Griffith-Joyner's seemingly untouchable world record of 21.34 seconds.
Personal Bests
| Event | Time | Wind (m/s) | Venue | Date | Notes |
| 100m | 10.65 | +1.0 | Kingston, Jamaic | 7 July 2023 | 5th of all time |
| 200m | 21.41 | +0.1 | Budapest, Hungary | 25 August 2023 | National Record, 2nd of all time |
| 400m | 49.47 | - | Doha, Qatar | 3 October 2019 | - |
Major Championship Medals
| Year | Competition | 100m | 200m | 400m | 4x100m Relay | 4x400m Relay |
| 2016 | Olympic Games | - | - | Bronze | - | Silver |
| 2020 | Olympic Games | Bronze | - | - | Gold | Bronze |
| 2015 | World Championships | - | - | Bronze | - | Gold |
| 2019 | World Championships | - | - | Bronze | Gold | Bronze |
| 2022 | World Championships | Silver | Gold | - | Silver | - |
| 2023 | World Championships | Silver | Gold | - | Silver | - |
Jackson's position as a strong competitor is undeniable, however a lot has to be seen at the Paris Olympics later this year.
FAQ's On Shericka Jackson
A. Shericka Jackson's personal best time in the 200m is 21.41 seconds, which she set at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest. This time is the second-fastest in history, just 0.07 seconds shy of Florence Griffith-Joyner's world record.
A. Shericka Jackson transitioned from the 400m to the 100m and 200m sprints at the age of 27, making the switch for the 2021 season under the guidance of her coach Stephen Francis.
A. Shericka Jackson has won gold medals in the 200m at the 2022 World Athletics Championships in Eugene and the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest.
A. Shericka Jackson's time of 21.41 seconds is just 0.07 seconds behind Florence Griffith-Joyner's long-standing world record of 21.34 seconds, set at the 1988 Seoul Olympics.
