Usain Bolt

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1. When was Usain Bolt born?August 21, 1986
2. Where was Usain Bolt born?Sherwood Content, Trelawny, Jamaica
3. What is the retirement?Retired from athletics in August 2017
4. Who is Usain Bolt?Usain Bolt is a Jamaican sprinter born on August 21, 1986. He is known as the fastest man ever and has won many world records in sprinting.
5. How fast can Usain Bolt run?He set the 100m world record at 9.58 seconds and the 200m record at 19.19 seconds. Those times mean he can average more than 37 kilometers per hour.

Athletics: A collection of sporting events involving running, jumping, throwing, and walking, often referred to as track and field.
World Record Holder: An individual or team that has achieved the best performance ever recorded in a specific athletic event, recognized by governing bodies.
Olympic Gold Medalist: An athlete who has won the first-place medal at the Olympic Games, signifying the highest achievement in their sport.
Sprint: A short, high-speed running race, typically over distances of 100, 200, or 400 meters.