LSU star Sha’Carri Richardson has been named the most popular Olympic athlete in Louisiana according to data collected by Bet Online. The data, gathered from geotagged tweets on X, formerly Twitter, over the last month leading up to the Olympic games, revealed Richardson’s popularity in Louisiana and Mississippi.
Although Olympic gymnast Simone Biles was the most popular athlete with the highest search rate in 27 states, Richardson’s track record at LSU has undoubtedly made her a fan-favorite. In 2018, she was ranked as the No. 1 sprinter and set the collegiate record in the 2019 outdoor meet. Currently, Richardson holds the sixth position in the world ranking for track & field events and first in the women’s 100m.
For her debut at the Olympics, Richardson will be competing in the women’s 100m and the women’s 4x100m relay. Fans are eagerly anticipating her performance after her impressive college career and world rankings.
Richardson’s recognition as the most popular Olympic athlete in Louisiana highlights the immense support and excitement surrounding her participation in the upcoming games. With her standout performances and achievements, she has captured the attention and support of fans not just in Louisiana but across the nation.
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