If there was ever a year to bet on Akani Simbine, this is it. After more than a decade of narrow defeats, agonizing finishes, and podium heartbreaks, South Africa’s sprint …
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Usain Bolt: The Footballer Who Could Beat Him in 100m Race
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooUsain Bolt, who won eight Olympic gold medals across three Games, is best known for obliterating the 100m and 200m world records. Bolt’s crowning moment came at the 2009 World …
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Why Jamaica Is More Than Just a Sprinting Nation – Carey McLeod
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaJamaican long and triple jumper Carey McLeod believes it’s time the world acknowledges that the island nation is more than just a sprinting powerhouse. Speaking during a press conference ahead …
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From “The Beast from the East” to “The Smiling Destroyer”: The Nicknames Defining Kenya’s Running Legends and Global Icons
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuIn the world of athletics, nicknames often capture the essence of champions, reflecting their style, spirit, and impact on the sport. Meanwhile, Kenya’s running legends ain’t an exception in this. …
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Noah Lyles: Why New Focus on Block Starts Might Be a Game-Changer
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooNoah Lyles has always been box office, whether it’s his blistering speed on the track or his bold, unfiltered takes off it. But as the 2025 season rolls on, while …
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Justin Gatlin: The 0.01-Second Loss to Usain Bolt That Still Haunts Him
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooIn one of the most nail-biting 100-meter finals in history, Usain Bolt edged out Justin Gatlin by just 0.01 seconds at the 2015 World Athletics Championships in Beijing. Bolt clocked …
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How Gatlin-Bolt Rivalry Became a Shared Journey of Growth
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAt the height of his career, Justin Gatlin was a dominant force. He was beating nearly every sprinter in the world. Every sprinter except one. And that one man, Usain …
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Christian Coleman vs. Christian Miller: Who Will Reign Supreme at Philadelphia Grand Slam Track Showdown?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOnce regarded as the natural heir to Usain Bolt’s sprinting crown, Christian Coleman now finds himself in unfamiliar, uncomfortable territory, battling defeat. The former world champion and perennial 100m favorite …
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3D Simulation Reveals How Usain Bolt Would Stack Up Against Dinosaurs and a Cheetah Over 100m Dash
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt, who famously ran a jaw-dropping 9.58 seconds in the 100 metres at the 2009 World Athletics Championships in Berlin, has long dominated human competition. But …
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Usain Bolt: What Stood Out Before He Became World’s Fastest Man
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooBefore he shattered world records and became a global sprinting icon, Usain Bolt was a young, raw talent with untapped potential, and glaring flaws that nearly held him back. Now, …
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Usain Bolt: Why Coach Glen Mills Advised Him Not to Race Against Yohan Blake
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooWhen it comes to sprinting greatness, few names resonate louder than Usain Bolt. The Jamaican icon, now 38, carved out an unparalleled legacy in athletics, winning eight Olympic gold medals …
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Usain Bolt: How One Sprinter Denied Him Olympic Gold
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooUsain Bolt’s name is synonymous with speed, dominance, and Olympic greatness. The Jamaican sprint legend blazed a trail in athletics, earning eight Olympic gold medals across a glittering career. But …
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Usain Bolt: Why the Olympic Legend Dominated Sprinting Throughout His Career
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooWhen it comes to sprinting greatness, no name resonates louder than Usain Bolt. With eight Olympic gold medals and three staggering world records to his name, the Jamaican sprint king …
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Akani Simbine Extends 2025 Unbeaten Run with 100m Win in Rabat
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth African sprint star Akani Simbine continued his sensational 2025 campaign on Sunday evening, claiming victory in the men’s 100m at the Rabat Diamond League with a time of 9.95 …
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Why Erriyon Knighton missed Adidas Atlanta City Games
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe Adidas Atlanta City Games promised electrifying sprint action, with Erriyon Knighton listed as one of the marquee names for the men’s 100m event. But when race time arrived, the …
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Justin Gatlin outlines what it would take for Noah Lyles to cement his legacy
by Evans Chumaby Evans ChumaOlympic champion Noah Lyles has received a timely challenge from one of track and field’s seasoned legends—Justin Gatlin. The former Olympic and world champion believes the 2025 season presents Lyles …
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Can Noah Lyles Truly Be the King of Sprinting if Canada Keeps Stealing the Relay Spotlight?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe reigning 100m Olympic champion Noah Lyles has made no secret of his ambitions, to cement his status as the undisputed king of sprinting in this era. Yet, while Lyles …
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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce to Be Honored with Award Earned by Usain Bolt 16 Years Ago
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSixteen years after Usain Bolt received one of the country’s highest honors, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is set to receive a similar accolade. Back in 2009, following a record-shattering season that saw …
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Akani Simbine: “I Never Looked Up to Usain Bolt.”
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth African sprint star Akani Simbine has made a surprising revelation about his early athletic inspirations, and Usain Bolt was never one of them. The World Indoor Championships 60m silver …
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Akani Simbine Defends Record After Topping Usain Bolt’s Feat
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooSouth African sprint star Akani Simbine has dismissed the long-held ‘nearly man‘ tag after surpassing the legendary Usain Bolt in the athletics record books, and insists 2025 could yet be …
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Usain Bolt Names the One Celebrity Who Left Him Starstruck
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt, widely regarded as the fastest man in history, has crossed paths with some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment. Yet, according to the …
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‘It’s Reachable’-Gout Gout Targets Usain Bolt’s Legacy
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAt just 17 years old, Australian sprinting sensation Gout Gout is sending ripples through the world of athletics as he sets his eyes on the ultimate prize. “Faster than Usain …
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Usain Bolt: Why parenting is harder than winning Olympic Gold
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooUsain Bolt dazzled the world with his electrifying speed, shattering records and leaving competitors in his dust. But in a heartfelt revelation, the world’s fastest man recently admitted that his …
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Usain Bolt: “How I changed the face of Track and Field”
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooWhen people think of track and field, one name instantly comes to mind, Usain Bolt. The Jamaican sprinter didn’t just dominate the sport; he transformed it into a global spectacle. …
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“Sub-Nine is Possible”: Could a revolutionary new track erase Usain Bolt’s legendary 100m record?
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooUsain Bolt’s 100-meter world record of 9.58 seconds, set at the 2009 World Championships in Berlin, has long been considered untouchable. For over a decade, no sprinter has come close …
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Usain Bolt returns to the Track with surprise training run
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint icon Usain Bolt sent shockwaves through the athletics world as he made a surprise return to the track, training alongside rising stars—including Paris 2024 Olympic finalist Oblique Seville. The eight-time Olympic …
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Wallace Spearmon reveals how Usain Bolt’s pre-race slap fueled his victory
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFormer American sprinter Wallace Spearmon has shared about the time his good friend Usain Bolt slapped him awake before a race, only to get smoked on the track moments later. During an …
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Justin Gatlin found new paths after his doping ban in 2006, he felt lost and unsure about his future. Running had been his whole life, but now the track was …
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Noah Lyles 400m ambitions under scrutiny as track and field Coach draws harsh Usain Bolt Comparison
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe reigning Olympic 100m champion Noah Lyles, has made no secret of his ambitions to expand his dominance into the 400m. However, track and field coach Anderson Emerole has delivered …
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Usain Bolt Speaks out as his youth records fall and “Smart Tracks” threaten his iconic 9.58 legacy
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooFor more than a decade, Usain Bolt’s youth and senior records stood as the gold standard of sprinting greatness. But now, as next-gen athletes and revolutionary technology enter the scene, …
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Gout Gout Reveals Path as Teenage Sensation Unveils Major Plans Before Wrapping Track and Field Career Gout Gout, the Australian sprint sensation, has captured global attention with his extraordinary talent. …
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Gout Gout: Rising Sprint Star Faces Mixed Reactions
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuGout Gout continues to capture attention after breaking Usain Bolt’s age-group 200m record. Australian sprinter at just 18 has ran an incredible 20.04 seconds at the 2024 Australian All Schools Championships, …
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Track and Field Coach casts doubt on Gout Gout after Record-Breaking Sprint beats Bolt’s U18 Time
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAs Gout Gout blazes past Bolt’s U18 time with a stunning 19.84, skepticism lingers, even as Australia enters a golden era of sprinting. When 17-year-old Gout Gout blazed through the …
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“The prize was a lunch box,” Usain Bolt Reveals Career Turning Point
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuThe Prize was a lunch box. Usain Bolt reveals how winning his first race proved a career turning point. The Jamaican sprinting legend recently shared how a small reward ignited …
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Christian Coleman could match Usain Bolt’s World Championship legacy in Tokyo
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooAs the 2025 Tokyo Championships near, Christian Coleman emerges as a top sprinter, potentially rivaling Usain Bolt’s legacy. The 29-year-old American has already made a name for himself in both …
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“I could have run 9.55”: Usain Bolt’s shocking World Record confession
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooEven after 15 years, Usain Bolt’s 100m world record of 9.58 seconds remains untouchable, but the sprint legend himself believes it could have been even faster. Usain Bolt admitted his …
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Erriyon Knighton Launches his Outdoor Season
by Janet Mutukuby Janet MutukuErriyon Knighton launches his outdoor season with a stunning personal best in 400 meters. Erriyon Knighton, known for his dominance in the 100 and 200 meters has clocked an impressive …
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Letsile Tebogo sets sights on Usain Bolt’s legendary 200m World Record
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooReigning Olympic 200m champion Letsile Tebogo, has declared his intention to chase down one of the most iconic records in track and field, the 200m world record of 19.19 seconds …
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Usain Bolt backs Oblique Seville to break his 100m World Record
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooJamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has named compatriot Oblique Seville as the sprinter most likely to shatter his long-standing 100m world record. Despite Seville’s occasional inconsistency, Bolt believes that …
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‘Someone might break your record in Kingston!’:Olympic Champion calls out Usain Bolt
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooOlympic star Vernon Norwood has called out Usain Bolt to show up, hinting that the legendary sprinter’s world records could be in danger. Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track will …
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The 100-meter showdown of all time is known to many as the pinnacle of speed and power. The 100- meter sprint has not only showcased athleticism but has also created …
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Australian Sprinter Gout Gout is determined to carve out his own identity in the world of track and field. His journey to stardom began not on an international stage, but …
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Usain Bolt: One sprinting record the Jamaican legend never chased
by Beryl Oyooby Beryl OyooThe 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships, which concluded on Sunday 23 March, reignited an intriguing debate on why the fastest sprinters in history—including Usain Bolt missed the 60m, one of …
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American sprint legend Justin Gatlin made a bold and surprising pick for his greatest hypothetical relay team, snubbing a squad anchored by the legendary Usain Bolt. The former Olympic champion, …