Usain bolt and justin gatlin
Bolt overwhelmed by unveiling of statue where it all began
The statue stands in front of the place where 15 years ago Bolt won the junior championships to announce himself to the world.
American Gatlin, who has served two suspensions for doping offences, ruined Usain Bolt’s farewell on Saturday by beating the Jamaican sprinter in his final individual race.
The crowd reacted by chanting Bolt’s name and the Jamaican hugged Gatlin and told him he did not deserve the disrespect.
Gatlin, 35, claimed the victory in 9.95 seconds in his best performance of an injury-plagued season.
Already assured of his legend status, Bolt also added to his reputation as sport’s number-one crowd pleaser.
When Usain Bolt and company enter the Olympic stadium on Sunday, this will be it, the last Olympic.
Bolt is still the fastest man on earth
Usain Bolt once again produced his best when it mattered most to retain his world title.
American Gatlin underlined his dominance of the sprints this season by storming to victory in the sixth heat.