Jamaica’s decorated Olympian Shericka Jackson is set to shine in the upcoming Netflix docuseries Sprint, which promises an intimate glimpse into the rigorous journey of top track and field athletes from the 2023 World Championships to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The series, created by the acclaimed team behind Drive to Survive, will also feature notable athletes such as American sprinters Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles, among others from Jamaica, the US, the UK, Ivory Coast, Kenya, and Italy. With its detailed focus on the athletes’ training regimes, mental fortitude, and the minute-by-minute dynamics of competitive sprinting, Sprint aims to capture the essence of what it takes to excel on the world stage.
Shericka Jackson, renowned for her speed and versatility, competes in the 100 metres, 200 metres, and 400 metres. She holds the distinction of being the fifth fastest woman of all time in the 100 metres and the second fastest in the 200 metres. Jackson’s inclusion in Sprint will provide viewers with an in-depth look at her preparation and mindset as she aims for Olympic glory in Paris. The series promises to reveal the personal and professional hurdles faced by Jackson and her peers, highlighting the dedication and discipline required to reach the pinnacle of the sport.
Produced by Box to Box Films in association with the Olympic Channel, Sprint will premiere in July, just ahead of the Paris Olympics. The series is executive produced by Paul Martin, James Gay-Rees, and Warren Smith, whose previous works include Full Swing, Formula 1: Drive to Survive, and Break Point. As anticipation builds, Sprint is poised to offer a compelling narrative that celebrates the spirit and determination of the world’s fastest humans, with Shericka Jackson’s story expected to inspire audiences globally.Â
