#RacersGrandPrix: Bolt thanks fans, athletes for support
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The legendary Usain Bolt had much appreciation for the fans and athletes who turned out this evening for the second staging of the JN Racers Grand Prix at the National Stadium in Kingston.
Bolt, who ran his final competitive race on home soil a short while ago, said “There are no words to describe it; from world juniors the support that I have been getting from Jamaica was huge and I never thought that I would get this high in track and field.
“I must give God the glory, this is a atmosphere that I never expected. The stadium is packed and I really appreciate it. For me it is big to see everybody turn out to show their appreciation for what I have done and it’s always an honour.”
The eight-time Olympic champion also expressed thanks to the athletes who turned out for the event.
“I want to thank them (participating world and Olympic champions) for coming out and showing their support. It’s an honour when great athletes support great athletes so I want to thank them for that,” he said.
Bolt is regarded as the greatest sprinter of all time and will be retiring after the IAAF London World Championships set for August 4-13.
Sherdon Cowan