Asafa Powell

1982

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Biography

Asafa Powell is a Jamaican former sprinter who specialized in the 100 meters. He held the world record for the 100 meters between 2005 and 2008 with a time of 9.77 seconds. Powell has won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals in sprinting and was known for his explosive starts and smooth running technique. He is considered one of the greatest sprinters in the history of track and field.