Richardson, the 26‑year‑old Olympic silver medallist, overcame a 10‑metre handicap to become only the third woman to win the Stawell Gift from scratch. She finished in 13.08 seconds, fastest women’s time in the event’s 148‑year history, edging Australian 19‑year‑old Charlotte Nielsen in the final moments.
Richardson Wins Stawell Gift From Scratch
Olympic 100m silver medallist Sha'Carri Richardson won the Stawell Gift from the scratch mark, covering 120 metres in 13.08 seconds to claim the A$40,000 prize.