2024 USA’s Top 10 Female Athletes (10-6)

As we count down the top 10 female U.S. athletes of the year, we take a look at some of the athletes who stood out at major competitions like the Olympics and the Diamond League, and how their performances at the world level propelled them to their next level. competitors.

10. Chase Jackson
Chase Jackson’s 2024 shooting season was full of remarkable accomplishments and valuable lessons. Although he did not reach the podium at the Paris Olympics, his performances throughout the year showed his skill and potential to dominate the event.

Jackson’s season highlights included a dominant win at the Atletissima in Lausanne, where he threw 20.64m, his best performance of the year. This performance capped off a string of strong outings at the prestigious competitions. He also recorded victories in Suzhou, Marrakesh and Stockholm , consistently breaking the 20-meter mark and cementing his place among the best throwers in the world.

At the Memorial van Damme Stadium in Brussels, Jackson placed second with a throw of 19.90 meters, showing his ability to compete against the best in the Diamond League. Despite falling short of her Olympic aspirations, her consistent performances throughout the season highlighted her technical prowess and competitive mindset.

9. Grace Stark
Grace Stark’s 2024 season was full of promise, highlighted by her strong performance in the 100m hurdles at the Paris Olympics, although she missed out on a medal, finishing fifth in 12.43s as a result, his presence in the final was a clear indication of his potential at world level.

Stark had a string of impressive results throughout the season, including wins at the NCAA Championships, the Van Damme Memorial and the Diamond League events in Silesia and Lausanne.His ability to consistently place top at these prestigious meets helped earn him a spot on the Olympic team.

Although she didn’t medal in Paris, Stark’s journey is just beginning and her performance on the biggest stage proves she is a rising star in steeplechase.

8. Sha’Carri Richardson
Sha Kari Richardson had a breakout year in 2024, cementing her place as one of the fastest women on the planet.She won a silver medal in the 100 meters in a thrilling 10.87 seconds for Richardson, proving that she is back at his best, overcoming past obstacles.

His season was filled with strong performances.He won the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, running 10.83 seconds, and followed that up with another win at the Weltklasse meet in Zurich with a time of 10.84.At the U.S. Olympic Trials, Richardson ran his fastest time of the year 10.71s to secure his place in Paris.

Olympic silver was a hard-earned reward for his consistency and dedication. Richardson’s ability to perform on the sport’s biggest stages shows that he is a serious contender in the 100 meters. With his speed and determination, the future looks bright. Sprint fans have every reason to be excited about what’s in store for him.

7. Masai Russell
Masai Russell rose to the top of the 100m hurdles in 2024. At the Paris Olympics, he won gold in 12.33 seconds.

Throughout the year, Russell found a way to win when it mattered most, especially in an event that was hotly contested this year, with eleven athletes running under 12.40 in the women’s 100m this year “, where he recorded a personal best of 12.31 seconds.

The 24-year-old Olympic gold was a significant achievement and a significant step in his steeplechase career.With his talent and dedication, Russell is one to watch in 2025.

6. Brittany Brown
Brittany Brown’s 2024 season has been an exciting journey of growth and performance. She earned a well-deserved bronze medal in the 200m in Paris. Her performance in Paris was tenacious and determined, securing her place as the fastest in the world among sprinters.

Brown had an impressive start to the season with wins at the Memorial van Damme meet in Brussels and a season best 22.00 seconds at the Rome Diamond League. His consistency throughout the season helped propel him to the Olympic podium where tactical and precise running earned him a place in the history books.

Brown capped off her season with a great win over Gabby Thomas in the 200m at the ATLOS meet.