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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Announces Retirement After Fifth Olympics, Paris Games

FILE - Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (6), of Jamaica, finishes ahead of Dina Asher-Smith (7), of Britain, and Marie-Josée Ta Lou (4), of The Ivory Coast, in the women's 100-meter final at the World Athletic

Jamaican sprinting sensation Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has announced that the upcoming Paris Games will mark her fifth and final appearance at the Olympics. The 37-year-old athlete, who has an illustrious career, expressed her love for the sport but cited the need to prioritize her family as the primary reason behind her decision to retire.

Fraser-Pryce, who holds the distinction of winning three Olympic gold medals, two in the 100 meters and one in the 4x100 relay, revealed her intention to focus on spending more time with her husband and their 6-year-old son, Zyon. Recognizing the immense support they have provided throughout her career, she expressed a sense of duty to reciprocate the sacrifices they made for her.

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