Jamaican sprint icon Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, famously known as the Pocket Rocket, has delivered a stirring message of perseverance and resilience to kick off the week.
In a motivational video shared on her official Facebook page, Fraser-Pryce opens up about the tough moments she’s faced in her track career — moments when giving up seemed like an option, but never one she entertained.
“There were moments I felt like it was hard,” she says. “But because I am so driven and focused, giving up is not an option for me.”
The Jamaican sprint queen encourages others not to turn away when they are closest to their breakthrough. Sharing that she has witnessed people give up just as opportunity was within reach.
“I’ve seen people reach the door when it’s almost open, and they walk away. But their back is turned — so they can’t see the door is already open,” she reflects.
Shelly- Ann Fraser-Pryce reminds her followers that life is full of seasons — moments to cry and to laugh — echoing biblical wisdom about endurance and faith.
“There are going to be difficult moments where you’re going to have to survive and be resilient. But giving up? I am not going to give up until I get what I want,” she concludes.
She captioned the video:
“Press play for a special #MotivationMonday message from the Pocket Rocket. Learning how to finish is critical if you want to achieve your goals and stay motivated. Don’t quit until you get what you want!”
The three time olympic champion opened her 2025 season at the Doha Diamond League on May 16 but faced a tough competition finishing fourth. Jamaican youngster , Tia Clayton clocked a world-leading time of 10.92 seconds ahead of her twin sister Tina, who came home second in 11.02 seconds.
The two-time Olympic 100m champion had earlier said this will likely be her final season. She plans to compete through 2025 and hopes to finish on a high note at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo that comes in September.