Focused on self-improvement, Olympic champion Julien Alfred is determined to dominate the 100m and 200m in the 2025 season despite fierce competition from top sprinters like Shericka Jackson and Sha’Carri Richardson.
As she heads into the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo, Alfred remains confident in her abilities and is unwavering in her belief that she belongs among the world’s greatest athletes. While she is aware of the tough competition, including defending champion Sha’Carri Richardson and the powerful Shericka Jackson, Alfred insists that her primary focus is on self-growth and personal excellence.
Alfred’s mindset is shaped by her achievements at the Paris Olympics, where she won gold in the 100m and silver in the 200m. These victories fueled her determination to push beyond her limits, with the goal of making her mark in the sport’s history. Her motivation is clear: “My motivation is to be the best in the world, to be my best self, the best athlete I can be and to prove to myself that I belong here.” She emphasized that, more than anything, she is competing against herself.
As she prepares for the 2025 World Championships, Alfred’s approach is clear: she wants to continue winning, not only to cement her legacy but also to elevate her country on the global stage. Her ambition is not just to win titles but to constantly improve, with the aspiration of becoming one of the sport’s all-time greats.
The 2025 season will be another intense challenge for Alfred. She will face stiff competition, particularly in the 100m, where she will compete against Sha’Carri Richardson, who is hungry for redemption after losing the gold to Alfred in Paris. Despite being the favorite in the race, Richardson had to settle for silver after Alfred’s remarkable performance. In the 200m, Shericka Jackson, the fastest woman alive in the distance, will return after missing the Olympics due to injury. Jackson, who holds the 200m world title, is poised to reclaim her title and continue her pursuit of Florence Griffith-Joyner’s long-standing world record.
Alongside these formidable competitors, reigning Olympic 200m champion Gabby Thomas will also be vying for the title in Tokyo. Her performance in the coming season will be closely watched as she looks to add the world title to her Olympic gold.
Despite these challenges, Alfred remains undeterred. Her drive and determination to be the best fuel her journey, and she remains confident that she can hold her own against the sport’s elite. The 2025 World Championships will not only be a test of her athletic prowess but also an opportunity to prove that she is a true force in global sprinting. Alfred’s eyes are set on achieving her personal best and continuing her dominance in the 100m and 200m, with the ultimate goal of solidifying her place among the sport’s greatest.
In addition to her athletic prowess, Alfred’s commitment to self-improvement drives her to refine her technique and develop a stronger mental game. Each race, for Alfred, is a chance to grow and improve, building toward the ultimate goal of achieving her best performance on the world’s biggest stage. She views each competition as a stepping stone, a way to push her limits and test her strength against the best.
With her sights firmly set on the 2025 World Championships, Alfred is not only focused on the upcoming season but also on the long-term journey to greatness. Her dedication, resilience, and relentless pursuit of excellence are qualities that will define her career and ensure she remains a dominant figure in the world of sprinting for years to come.
