‘Let’s finish it off’- Why American sprint icon wants Jamaican great Asafa Powell back on track

American sprint icon Justin Gatlin has urged retired Jamaican Olympian Asafa Powell to complete a hitoric career milestone. American sprinting legend Justin Gatlin has called on his former Jamaican rival, Asafa Powell, to lace up his spikes one more time and achieve a career milestone that remains tantalizingly close. Powell, renowned for his blistering 9.72-second…

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Omtatah arrested as protests over abductions turn violent

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah arrested during during protests in Nairobi. [Courtesy] Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah was on Monday, December 30, arrested along with several human rights activists during protests in Nairobi against alleged state-abductions. The demonstrations aimed to highlight cases of forced disappearances in the country. Despite multiple attempts by police to detain the vocal…

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‘He annoyed the f*** out of me!’

Brtish sprint legend Linford Christie has explained why he did not like Carl Lewis back during their sprinting days. British sprinting icon Linford Christie has opened up about his disdain for American track and field legend Carl Lewis during their competitive days, citing Lewis’s larger-than-life persona and perceived ego as key factors. Lewis’s track record…

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‘Number one for me!’ – Justin Gatlin gives old nemesis Usain Bolt his flowers as he reveals his top five sprinters of all time

Justin Gatlin has heaped praise on Usain Bolt, revealing his top five all-time greatest sprinters list, which also includes Asafa Powell. American sprinting legend Justin Gatlin has paid glowing tribute to his longtime rival Usain Bolt, declaring the Jamaican superstar as his number one in his all-time top-five sprinters list.  Gatlin, whose battles with Bolt…

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‘They recharge me’ – Sha’Carri Richardson opens up on family’s impact in making her a global icon, including mum & grandma

Sha’Carri Richardson has opened up on how her family has fueled her to succeed over the last couple of years. Reigning Olympic silver medalist Sha’Carri Richardson has revealed the pivotal role her family has played in her journey to becoming one of the world’s most celebrated sprinters.  From the unwavering support of her grandmother Betty…

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‘I want to be that person for them’

Olympic Champion Masai Russell is positioning herself to be an example emulated by the upcoming athletes and is embracing the challenge. Paris Olympic 110mH champion Masai Russell  has said building a legacy in track and field will help  her inspire the upcoming generation to trust in their abilities. She said while there are  limited mentors the juniors can…

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