Usain Bolt Turns 40, Still Holds Records

Usain Bolt turns 40 on Friday.

How Did He Become the Fastest Man?

He was a school cricketer first, with a dream to emulate Curtly Ambrose and Courtney Walsh. A teacher noticed his talent for running fast, and by 12, he was the school’s fastest runner in the 100 meters.

Can Anyone Break His Records?

17 years ago, Usain Bolt set the 200m record at 19.19 seconds, which still stands today. Yohan Blake and Noah Lyles have come close, but nobody has broken it.

Is There a Faster Sprinter?

Unitree’s new “Superman” humanoid robot can run faster than Usain Bolt, with a top speed of 12.66 meters per second. The robot’s athletic capabilities are being hyped up ahead of the World Humanoid Robot Games in Shanghai.

• Usain Bolt turns 40 on Friday
• His 200m record remains unbroken for 17 years
• Unitree’s “Superman” robot can run faster than Usain Bolt

What’s Next for Usain Bolt?

As Usain Bolt celebrates his 40th birthday, his legacy continues to inspire new generations of athletes. His records remain a benchmark for sprinters around the world.