Jamaican sprinter the superman, Usain Bolt claimed yet another world record as he win the 200m final at the World Championships in Berlin. The Jamaican, who just four days earlier grabbed 100m gold in an astonishing 9.58, demolished his previous world 200m best of 19.30 set in Beijing exactly a year ago. He became the first man in history to hold two Olympic and two world titles at the same time.

After the race Bolt said, “I can definitely say I didn’t expect that because I was a little bit tired. I said let’s try because people are really looking out for this, I said it won’t hurt to try. So I tried really hard and now I’m really tired. Maybe next time I should just run the 200m or the 100m alone. My form was going backwards. I wasn’t running upright. It wasn’t a good race but it was a fast one.”

Bolt, who completed his 200m win a day before his 23rd birthday, said “after that race I don’t think I will be able to walk for a day. I’m going to spend my birthday having a long sleep.” He set three world records when winning his Olympic golds in Beijing last year and his world record bearking World Championships in Berlin have enhanced his reputation as the best sprinter of all time.

“I keep telling you guys my aim is to become a legend,” he added. “I don’t think about records. I don’t put myself under pressure. I know what to do and I go and execute. I did well for myself and I am on my way to becoming a legend so I am just happy.”

The silver medallist and bronze medallisst are Alonso Edward of Paman who finished in 19.81, and Wallace Spearmon of the United States took bronze with 19.85. Edward, who came into this year World Championships with a 20.62 personal best time, registered a South American Area record of 19.81 in second place and at 19 years old became the youngest ever World medallist in the men’s 200m. His time is also a world age-19 best, breaking the 19.88 set by Bolt in 2006. And anyone who breaks one of Bolt’s records is certainly set for a bright future.
Spearmon won his second successive World 200m bronze with a time of 19.85 – his third best ever clocking – while Crawford tightened up on the line with a time of 19.89. It was the first time in history that four men had dipped under 19.90 in the same race and also the first time in which five men had broken 20 seconds.

A total of $227,000 was offer yesterday at the 4th Obudu International Mountain race at Obudu Ranch Resort in Obudu, Cross River state, Nigeria.The Obudu International Mountain race is the  worlds richest mountain race, The 4th edition winner enmerger at the race with a new record. The winner of this year race Abebedi Dinkasa of Ethiopia set a new record as he won the men’s event of the Obudu international mountain race in Obudu.

Abebedi Dinkasa finished the 11- kilometer race in 41 minutes 5 seconds to erase the old time of 42 minutes 2 minutes., but the new record is still subject to ratification. The winner of the woman’s race is Andrea Mayer of Austria, got $50,000 for beating the very strong woman’s field. The woman’s race started 15 minutes before the men’s.

Dinkasa, who also won $50,000 for his effort, beat Uganda’s Geoffrey Kusoro to second place, while Awas Hablamu, also of Ethiopia, came third. Angelina Mutuku finished second in the women’s race, while Rehima Kadir of Ethiopia came third in the women. The second and third prizes for the men and women in the race is $20,000 and $9,000 respectively.

A private in the Nigerian Army, Stephen Jube, who is from Kaduna, finished 15th overall among the men, but he was the first Nigerian at the finish line. He won $2,000. Danjuma Gyang of Plateau State was the second Nigerian, while Janet Dung, also from Plateau, was the first Nigerian woman to cross the line. Dung also won $2,000, leaving Ladi Jach of Plateau as the second Nigerian woman as Genevieve Njoku of Imo came third.

An excited Dinkasa said he was very happy to win the race, especially with so many top athletes in attendance. “It wasn’t easy but it winning makes it worth all the effort. It was a very tough race and I’m proud that an African won. I’ll use the money to take care of my family and enhance my training,” he said.

Mayer said second-placed Mutuku pushed her very hard and she was relieved to win the race and the appreciable prize money. The Nigerians promised to work harder so that they would beat the rest of the world next year.

“The prize money structure for this 4th edition have been extend to the ninth and the 10th placed finishers in both categories (Men and weoman).In the past three editions only the best eight finishers were entitled to a share in the prize money but beginning from this year, His Excellency,Senator Liyel Imoke, the executive governor of Cross River state has graciuosly approved the extension of the prize money to the ninth and 10th placed finishers in line with his charge that we should make this year’s race the best ever in the history of the race”, reveals bt the William Archi-bong, chairman of the Local Organising Committee. There are also prizes for the top three Nigerian finishers and the top three finishers in the media race.

“We have set aside a total of $18,000 for the top three Nigerian finishers and the top three journalists in the media race.The winners in both categories will win $2,000 while the second and the third will go home with $1,500 and $1,000 respectively”.

The Obudu International Mountain race is a mountain race of 11.25km with a 810m of ascent, up to a height of 1600m above sea level.

Obudu Cattle Ranch Resort is one of the finest tourist destinations in the world. Situated deep in the tropical and mountainous rainforest of Northern Cross River State; Obudu Cattle Ranch is noted for its beautiful and enchanting landscape that evokes pleasure and vista.

Obudu Cattle Ranch Resort is equipped with modern facilities such as an airstrip, international hotels, a golf course, wildlife and a water park. It is also equipped with a Cable Car as well as Canopy Walkway. The Cable Car ride presents a more picturesque view of the Ranch. It is a lasting experience in every visitor’s mind.

The fastest man in the world, Jamaica’s Usain Bolt, is a lover of Premier League and a football player, who have not make to any league, he also player cricket when he was younger. “I was good at cricket when I was younger,” he explains of the sport many consider Jamaica‘s main interest. “I was a fast bowler. I played football as well. I still do, usually in defence. I used to play on the streets, but I‘m not as good (at football) as I am at running.” He enjoyed kicking and throwing balls, running was his destiny. Fastest on the football field at William Knibb Memorial High School, he was encouraged to sprint by those who saw his potential as an athlete. At first, he was reluctant. He wasn’t a fan of running, but after encouragement from his family – Bolt says his parents are his role models – and school teachers, before he started developing interest in running.

Bolt is a Manchester United supporter and he also follow Real Madrid – every Jamaican kid is a fan of two clubs – who he supports because of ex-Red Ruud van Nistelrooy, who was his first United hero. Usain played football but never made it, yet he remains deeply passionate about the game. And while he admits that his most exciting moments in Beijing were meeting Argentina‘s Lionel Messi and Brazil‘s Ronaldinho in the Olympic village, his true heroes can be found at Old Trafford.

With the love he have for Premier League Usain says, “I would swap a gold medal for the chance to be a ‘star player‘ in the Premier League,” he continues, “Everyone in Jamaica likes to watch football and I love the way United plays, especially upfront.” For a man so quick and entertaining, it‘s no surprise United‘s swagger and attacking verve appeal to him. “I have been a supporter since I was very young. Ruud was my favourite United player. He is a natural goalscorer – always in the right place at the right time. Ryan Giggs has been a legend for the club, too. He is very exciting on the ball and running at defenders, but he‘s also adapted his game over the years. Now, Carlos Tevez and Cristiano Ronaldo are United‘s big heroes.”

Bolt have the opportunity to watch he favorite team Manchester United live this winter, if he honour the
invitation from one of Manchester United stars. “Rio (Ferdinand) has invited me to be his guest at a game, and I am really looking forward to it,” he explains. “I’m also hoping to meet Ruud, and maybe even train with his Real Madrid teammates. As the Manchester  United season gathers momentum, The fastest man on earth too begins training ahead of the new track and field season.