Bolt Says His Era Changed Athletics

Sprint legend, Usain Bolt says his era has forever changed the landscape of track and field.

Bolt has broken the 100-metres world record on three occasions.

His first world record was in the in 2008 when he posted a time of 9.72 seconds in New York.

He lowered it to 9.69 seconds three months later at the Beijing Olympic games and then to 9.58 seconds at the 2009 World Championships in Berlin.

He also holds the three fastest times ever run over 100-metres, 9.58, 9.64 and 9.69.

However, speaking on High Performance, Bolt says it was his personality that set him apart from his competitors.

He also dismissed suggestions that he disrespected his opponents with his celebration after winning the men’s 100-metres in 2008.

Bolt says he was reassured by athletes that it wasn’t an issue.

Usain Bolt.