Usain Bolt has teased a return to the track, hinting at a potential comeback against three of his biggest rivals from his glory days. The eight-time Olympic gold medallist, now 38, has been retired from professional athletics for over seven years, but has expressed a desire to return to the sport “just for the fun of it”.
Bolt has ruled out a highly-anticipated rematch with his old rival Justin Gatlin, however, citing that Gatlin is “in too good of a shape” for him to even compete. The Jamaican sprinter made the comment on the Ready Set Go podcast, which is hosted by Gatlin and former Bahamas athlete Rodney Green.
Despite this, Bolt has expressed a desire to face off against other old rivals, including American sprinter Tyson Gay and his Jamaican teammates Yohan Blake and Asafa Powell.
Bolt has also praised the current crop of sprinters, specifically naming American athlete Noah Lyles as a possible candidate to break his 200m world record time.
Bolt’s comments come as a surprise, given his lengthy retirement from professional athletics. However, it seems that the sprint legend is open to the idea of returning to the track, albeit on his own terms and for his own enjoyment.
Conclusion:
It remains to be seen whether Bolt will actually make a comeback, but his comments have certainly generated significant interest and excitement in the athletics world. Whether he decides to return to the track or not, Bolt’s legacy as one of the greatest sprinters of all time is secure.
Frequently Asked Questions:
* Will Usain Bolt make a comeback to professional athletics?
Bolt has hinted at the possibility, but has not made a definitive decision.
* Who are the three rivals Bolt has mentioned he would like to face off against?
Tyson Gay, Yohan Blake, and Asafa Powell.
* Why did Bolt rule out a rematch with Justin Gatlin?
Bolt believes Gatlin is “in too good of a shape” for him to compete.
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