The science explaining how Usain Bolt became the fastest human in the world
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The science explaining how Usain Bolt became the fastest human in the world
Eight years ago, Usain Bolt made history in less than 10 seconds at the International Association of Athletics Federations World Championship in Berlin, Germany.
Aug 2, 2017
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At the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Usain Bolt secured his first 200-meter gold medal by sprinting to a then-world record time of 19.30 seconds. This dominant performance solidified his legendary status as he became the first athlete to break both the 100m and 200m world records at a single Olympic Games. Credit: International Olympic Committee (IOC), NBC Sports | History In Pictures
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At the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Usain Bolt secured his first 200-meter gold medal by sprinting to a then-world record time of 19.30 seconds. This dominant performance solidified his legendary status as he became the first athlete to break both the 100m and 200m world records at a single Olympic Games. Credit: International Olympic Committee (IOC), NBC Sports | History In Pictures
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