Defeated Twice by Melissa Jefferson, Gabby Thomas Admits Frustration After Disappointing Run: “Can’t Win ’Em All”

Defeated Twice by Melissa Jefferson, Gabby Thomas Admits Frustration After Disappointing Run: “Can’t Win ’Em All”

“Yeah, and it’s funny you say that,” Melissa Jefferson-Wooden told Track World News when asked if she feels the pressure of being the one to beat. “Because I still don’t feel like there’s a target on my back.” With two Grand Slam Track titles already under her belt this season, one in Miami and another in Kingston, Jefferson-Wooden has built serious momentum. And yet, the reigning world champ remains unfazed by the hype, sounding more focused th…

It was sweet beating Gabby Thomas - Jefferson-Wooden gushes on record-breaking moments at Grand Slam Track in Philadelphia

Following her record-breaking moments at Grand Slam Track in Philadelphia, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden has described the 'sweet' feeling of beating Olympic champion Gabby Thomas in the women's 200m event.

Melissa Jefferson-Wooden Is Running Into America’s Sprinting Spotlight

Melissa Jefferson-Wooden Is Running Into America’s Sprinting Spotlight By all accounts, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden has been on fire this season. The 23-year-old sprinter has found a way to string together back-to-back brilliance, and now it’s hard to ignore what’s happening. After a pair of personal bests this past weekend in Philadelphia, 10.73 seconds in the 100 meters and 21.99 in the 200, Jefferson-Wooden has carved out her place among the ver…