Rapper and Olympian Unite: Richardson Meets Cardi B in New Video Ahead of Paris Olympics

In a video that premiered during NBC Sports’ coverage of the 150th Kentucky Derby on Saturday, World 100m champion Sha’Carri Richardson and Grammy Award-winning rapper Cardi B met for the first time. In the spot, they 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