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Usain Bolt Wins 200m Final and Breaks Michael Johnson’s Record
It is hardly a surprise to report that Usain Bolt has won the Beijing 2008 Olympics 200m final. He finished way ahead of the field, in fact as he crossed the line it looked like he was running alone. He finished in 19.30sec which is 0.02sec faster than Michael Johnson’s world record time from 1996. To watch the race, see the link below.
American defending champion Shawn Crawford took silver with team-mate Walter Dix getting the bronze.
Bolt was asked if he knew that he could beat Michael Johnson’s record time, and replied
“I was worried after the semis. But I told everybody I would leave everything on the track and I did just that. I’ve proved I’m a true champion and that with hard work anything is possible.” Usain Bolt
Once again Bolt made the victory look easy. He shot out of the blocks and was ahead by the bend leading into the home straight at the Birds Nest Stadium in Beijing. His pace did not falter, and he stormed to an amazing victory.
Bolt is now a rival for the Michael Phelps’ crown of Olympic Hero. Like Phelps, Bolt has genetic advantages. Whereas Phelps has disproportionately long arms and short legs, Bolt is the opposite, with long legs, and a short than average torso. He stands at 6ft 5in, and is in excellent shape.
Bolt, who will celebrate his 22nd birthday in Beijing on Thursday, could win a third gold medal when he competes in the 4×100m relay.
“I have been dreaming about winning the 200m since I was yay high. It means a lot to me – more than the 100m because I have loved this event since I was 15 and I became the youngest ever winner of the world junior championships. Since that day it was dear to my heart.” Usain Bolt
He added: “I am looking forward to my birthday tomorrow – I am looking forward to going to bed, going to sleep and letting it all soak in.”
Usain Bolt has proved that records can always be broken, and that mankind can continue to push harder and grow stronger.
Watch the Mens 200m FInal here
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