Birth of daughter gives Sherone “extra drive”

By Anthony Foster January 30, 2018

KINGSTON – Veteran Jamaican sprinter Sherone Simpson has said the birth of her daughter has given her “an extra drive” as she returns to the sport, according to a Jamaica Gleaner report.

“I have an extra drive now,” the Beijing 2008 Olympic 100m silver medallist was quoted as saying.

“I know when I go out in the mornings, I think about Leanna. Coming here competing, Leanna is on my mind. She gives me that drive in everything that I am doing. She is my extra motivation,” she said.

Simpson opened her season with a 55.45 clocking over 400m at the Queens Grace Jackson Meet on January 27, 2018 in Kingston.

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Anthony Foster

Anthony Foster is a renowned Jamaican sports journalist, honored twice as the Jamaica sports journalist of the year (in 2004 and 2005). His journalistic achievements are globally recognized. Notably, he authored an award-winning article on Usain Bolt, the iconic 6-time Olympic champion, 11-time World champion, and record holder for the sprint double. This significant piece was published in the Jamaica Gleaner in 2004. Anthony's extensive coverage includes prestigious events such as the Olympic Games in Beijing 2008, London 2012, and Rio 2016. He has also provided coverage for seven (7) World Athletics Championships held between 2007 and 2022, alongside various other international sporting events. Noteworthy mentions comprise his coverage of the 2007 World Cup of cricket and his cherished experience reporting on the 2004 clash between his favorite football team, Argentina, and the USA.

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