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Wednesday, 6th August 2008 (2086 views)

A Jamacian sprinter has been getting in the Olympic mood by donning gold, according to the Washington Post.

Usain Bolt is the world's fastest man after setting a world record of 9.72 seconds for the 100 metres in May this year.

At the first press conference after arriving in Beijing the athlete arrived wearing gold shoes, a gold sack around his neck and a gold watch.

He told the expectant journalists he was hoping to win a couple of gold medals at the international competition.

Despite his recent success in the 100-metres, Bolt said his speciality is the 200-metre race.

However, the decision as to whether he will compete in both will be left up to his coach, Glen Mills.

Bolt is currently the star of sportswear company Puma's advertising campaign and has been described as favourite to win his two events.

Puma said he joined their athletic team in 2002 after winning the World Junior Championship 200-metre title in his home country.

 

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