Andre Wellington, a little-known but trusted coach, has taken charge of guiding Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce through her final World Championships.

The stage is set for the 2025 World Athletics Championships scheduled for September 13 to 21, and perhaps, no athlete embodies the spirit of this championship more than Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce.

The Jamaican sprint queen is set to compete in her final global championship. After a career defined by unprecedented success, resilience, and a legacy that transcends the sport, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce now wants to close that chapter on a high note, being steered by her new coach, Andre Wellington.

For years, the story of Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce's dominance has been inextricably linked to her coaching relationships.

From the foundation laid by the iconic Stephen Francis at the MVP Track Club to the remarkable resurgence under Reynaldo Walcott at Elite Performance, her journey has been nothing short of impressive.

Yet, as the sun sets on her competitive career, a new chapter has begun, and with it, a new partnership.

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce confirmed that she had parted ways with Reynaldo Walcott after the challenges of the Olympic season, and she has since teamed up with Andre Wellington.

The choice of Andre Wellington, a former athlete himself, was not an obvious one to the casual observer. He is not a globally-renowned figure in the mould of his predecessors.

Andre Wellington has long been a respected name in Jamaican track and field, particularly within the Kingston College (KC) system, where he has been instrumental in developing young talent.

He coached World U20 100m silver medallist Bouwahghie Nkrumie and has a history with major track clubs, including a stint at Racers Track Club.

However, to be entrusted with the final season of a living legend like Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is an entirely different level of responsibility.

"At this age and stage, changing the wheel can be difficult," Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce admitted in a recent interview. "But I had to make a very difficult decision to do something different." That something different was Andre Wellington.

Andre Wellington's coaching techniques are totally different from the more traditional, regimented approaches that have dominated Jamaican sprinting for decades.

Andre Wellington is known for a 'servant coach' mentality, where he does not dictate but supports, listens, and provides an environment for the athlete to thrive on their own terms.

For a veteran athlete like Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, who knows her body and mind better than anyone, this collaborative style is proving to be the perfect fit.

Andre Wellington's approach is rooted in the belief that a well-rounded individual, one who is mentally at peace and emotionally supported, will perform at their peak.

Andre Wellington's success will not be measured solely by a medal. It will be measured by Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce's performance, demeanour, and the joy she takes from the experience.

Andre Wellington, the quiet coach, will be in the background, watching. His influence may not be visible in the headlines, but it will be evident in every stride Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce will make.