Two-time Olympic 100m champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has voiced her “disappointment” after missing the women’s 100m final in Paris 2024 and pulling out moments before the semi-finals.

No clear cause was disclosed for the Jamaican’s absence when it was announced on the scoreboard at the Stade de France shortly before the semi-final battle with Sha’Carri Richardson and Julien Alfred.

The shock news came several hours after images circulated on social media of the 37-year-old shouting with officials after being stopped from entering a warm-up circuit.

Fraser-Pryce, participating at her fifth Games, could be heard saying, “They’ve changed the rules, we always come through this gate.”.

The Jamaica team reported on its social media site that Fraser-Pryce was eventually let access, with chef de mission Ian Kelly subsequently confirming to Reuters that her withdrawal was due to injury after claims circulated that it had been because she was denied entry to the venue.

The sprinter has now replied to her withdrawal by issuing a statement on social media, albeit her future in the sport is now uncertain.

“It is difficult for me to find the words to describe the depth of my disappointment,” she said.

“I know that my supporters share and shoulder this disappointment with me. I am really grateful to have enjoyed the loyal support of my supporters since my Olympic debut in 2008.

“The support of my fans, my country, and the larger community has rooted me in immense gratitude that has sustained me throughout my career.

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, of Jamaica, races in the women’s 100m heat at the Paris 2024 Olympics (AP)

“With every step and win, you all have been there for me. My faith has always validated my trust in my journey. Thank you for continuing to be with me now and every day.”

Jackson’s teammate Lanae-Tava Thomas confessed she was disappointed after her two teammates withdrew over the last 24 hours.

“I just heard the news five minutes ago, everybody has their concerns. People can be exhausted, after this one meeting; certain situations happen. It is what it is, me and Nisha, I think we can accomplish it.

“I felt the responsibility when I got on the team. It’s unfortunate, especially for Shelly, because it’s her last Olympics, she won’t be able to participate. It sucks. She’s keeping high spirits and making sure we’re not affected by it. She needs her space, right no

Alfred, from Saint Lucia, would go on to win the final in a spectacular pace of 10.72 seconds, defeating Richardson in silver, with another Team USA track star, Melissa Jefferson, in the bronze position.

Fraser-Pryce had declared Paris would be her final Olympics, outlining how she was savouring the experience and exploring new sports.

“It’s the final Olympic Games, let me repeat that,” Fraser-Pryce told Jamaican daily The Gleaner. “This time around, I’ve been having fun, a good experience, and the Olympic spirit.

“Meeting people, I went to the rugby, the first time I’ve been to a match. So far, it’s been good, always excited to step on the track. It’s where you unleash everything you’re experiencing. To be at my fifth Olympics is a blessing. It’s crazy and a blessing.”

Fraser-Pryce has a total of eight Olympic medals, including gold in the 4×100 at the Tokyo Games in 2021. She also has 16 medals at world championships, including five victories in the 100, the most recent of which came in 2022.

Her withdrawal meant that the three Jamaicans who swept the podium in Tokyo all missed the final. That is after 2020 champion Elaine Thompson-Herah shut down her season earlier this year with an Achilles tendon issue.

While bronze medalist Shericka Jackson said this week that she was focusing on the 200, before ultimately withdrawing from that race too on Sunday,.