Usain Bolt

Usain Bolt, the cheerful and charming Jamaican sprinter, sprung to fame in 2008 during the Beijing Olympics when, at the age of 20, he won three gold medals (in the 100m, 200m and, with his teammates, in the 4 x 100m relay) - and made it look easy!

Although he was known as the fastest man in the world when he joined the line-up for the 100m, nobody could have guessed by how much he would pull away from his competitors and slash the previous record. In fact, he could have slashed it even further if, before the end of the race, he hadn't realised he had won and celebrated!

Fun Fact:

When Usain started school he was much more interested in cricket and football, but his cricket coach noticed how fast he was and encouraged him to try out for "track and field".

Quote:

"Manners is the key thing. Say, for instance, when you're growing up, you're walking down the street, you've got to tell everybody good morning. Everybody. You can't pass one person."
Usain Bolt

Watch this excellent animated video about Usain Bolt's journey from school boy to star athlete.

A Short Biography

Usain Bolt is a Jamaican sprinter and is considered the fastest man in the world. He was born on 21st August, 1986, in Trelawny, Jamaica. Usain was a very active child and loved to play sports. He grew up with his parents, Jennifer and Wellesley, and his younger brother, Sadiki.

Usain discovered his passion for running when he was just a young boy. He would race his friends on the playground and always come out on top. In primary school, his natural talent for running was noticed by his teachers, and they encouraged him to join the school track team.

Bolt quickly became famous for his extraordinary speed and agility. He broke his first record at the age of 14, running the 200-meter race in just 20.61 seconds. This achievement sparked the interest of many coaches and scouts who saw his promising future.

Usain Bolt worked incredibly hard to reach the top of his sport. He trained every day, focusing on building his strength and speed. His dedication paid off when he won his first Olympic gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Since then, Usain Bolt has set numerous world records and won countless gold medals. His fastest record was set in 2009 when he ran the 100-meter race in just 9.58 seconds! That is the fastest time anyone has ever run that race.

Usain Bolt is not only well known for his incredible running abilities but also for his fun personality. He is famous for his "lightning bolt" pose, which he does after every victory. Bolt is also a big fan of music and enjoys dancing and singing.

Usain Bolt is a legendary figure in the world of athletics. He is a true inspiration for young athletes and children around the world. He showed that anything is possible if you work hard and never give up. Bolt's legacy will continue to be felt for generations to come.

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