Usain St. Leo Bolt (/ ˈjuːseɪn / YOO-sayn; [10] born 21 August 1986) is a Jamaican retired sprinter who is widely regarded as the greatest sprinter of all time. [11][12][13] He is an eight-time Olympic gold …

In 2009 Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt set the world record in the 100-meter sprint at 9.

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Sep 5, 2025 · Explore the fastest runners in history, from sprinters like Usain Bolt to marathon legends like Eliud Kipchoge. See who holds the world records.

Aug 27, 2024 · At the 2009 World Championships in Athletics in Berlin, Germany, Usain Bolt set a new world record by running 100 meters in an unprecedented 9.58 seconds.

Jun 4, 2024 · And on that point, the the fastest person in the world based on the all-time list is still Usain Bolt from Jamaica, who holds the men’s 100 m world record crossing the finish line in a blazing time …

Feb 4, 2026 · Here are all the main running world records for men and women, from the 100m all the way to the marathon.

Dec 15, 2023 · Tyson Gay, a sprinter from the United States, is widely regarded as one of the fastest runners in history. Gay's personal best in the 100-meter dash is an impressive 9.69 seconds, …

Mar 11, 2025 · This blog will introduce you to the fastest runners in the world, exploring their incredible feats, mind-blowing records, and the stories behind their success.

Mar 12, 2025 · Usain Bolt is still the fastest human ever recorded, holding the 100-meter world record of 9.58 seconds, which he set at the 2009 World Championships in Berlin.