Shericka Jackson, born on July 16, 1994, is a Jamaican sprinting phenomenon who has solidified her name as one of the best in the field of athletics. Sharpening her skills across various sprint distances, Jackson has consistently achieved podium finishes at major tournaments, including the Olympics, Pan American Games, World Championships and at other notable events. This string of successes has cemented her reputation as a leading athlete of her generation.
To provide a glimpse, Jackson's 21.41-second sprint at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest ranks her as the second-fastest woman ever in that distance, behind only the legendary Florence Griffith-Joyner
How many Olympic medals has Shericka Jackson won?
Shericka Jackson's performances at the Olympic Games have been impressive, winning five medals in total.
At the 2016 Rio Olympics, she earned a bronze medal in the 400-meter race and a silver medal as part of the 4x400m relay team. Her success continued at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where she brought home three more medals: a bronze in the 100 meters, a gold medal in the 4x100m relay, and a bronze medal in the 4x400m relay.
Olympic Medals Summary
| Event | Rio 2016 | Tokyo 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| 100m | - | Bronze |
| 400m | Bronze | - |
| 4x100m Relay | - | Gold |
| 4x400m Relay | Silver | Bronze |
World Championships Medals
Moving forward, the World Athletics Championships have consistently provided a platform for Shericka Jackson to showcase her abilities. Her journey on the world stage began in 2015 in Beijing, where she secured a bronze medal in the 400m race. Since then, her collection of medals has grown impressively, which has further gone on to establish her remarkable versatility across a range of sprinting events. Notably, she has achieved podium finishes in the 100m, 200m, 400m, and both the 4x100m and 4x400m relay races.
In 2022, Shericka Jackson further secured her position as a sprinting legend at the World Championships in Eugene, Oregon. Her performance was truly outstanding, securing a gold medal in the 200m alongside a silver in the highly competitive 100m final. She also had a big role to play in the team's silver medal in the 4x100m relay.
Continuing her reign at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest, Shericka Jackson once again dominated the 200m, claiming the gold medal. That however was not the end of her winning streak as she earned herself silver medals in both the 100m and the 4x100m relay.
World Championships Medals Summary
| Event | 2015 | 2019 | 2022 | 2023 |
| 100m | - | - | Silver | Silver |
| 200m | - | - | Gold | Gold |
| 400m | Bronze | Bronze | - | - |
| 4x100m Relay | - | Gold | Silver | Silver |
| 4x400m Relay | Gold | Bronze | - | - |
Diamond League and Other Major Titles
Shericka Jackson's talents shine brightly not just at the Olympics and World Championships but also on the Diamond League circuit, where she has also established herself as a top competitor.
She won the prestigious 200m Diamond Trophy in both 2022 and 2023 alongwith the 100m Diamond Trophy in 2023 as well. She's also secured gold medals at other significant competitions, including the 400m at the 2019 Pan American Games and the 200m at the 2018 NACAC Championships.
Other Major Titles
Diamond League 200m Champion: 2022, 2023
Diamond League 100m Champion: 2023
NACAC Championships 100m Gold : 2022
Pan American Games 400m Gold: 2019
NACAC Championships 200m Gold: 2018
Commonwealth Games 200m : 2018
FAQ's On Shericka Jackson Medals
A. An accomplished and well-decorated athlete, Shericka Jackson has earned five Olympic medals.
A. Yes, the two-time 200m world champion Shericka Jackson was conferred with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree by the University of Technology (UTech) in Jamaica.
A. Shericka Jackson was born in Saint Ann Parish, Jamaica, although she moved around frequently during her childhood, which she believes contributed to her aggressive temperament.
A. Shericka Jackson represents Jamaica in women's athletics competitions, including the 2022 Eugene 4x100m relay, the 2023 Budapest 100m, and the 2023 Budapest 4x100m relay events.
A. Yes, Shericka Johnson is heading to the Paris Olympics 2024.
