From 2004 to 2017, the fiery athletes in the men’s category had no answer on how to counter Usain Bolt on the tracks. During this calendar, the Jamaican legend won 11 world championship titles, eight Olympic gold medals, and very few silver and bronze laurels. That displays the ability of the Lightning Bolt to stay on the top, thwarting any challenge to pull him down. Furthermore, his contemporary opponents, such as Justin Gatlin, believe that the Jamaican master was so competitive in the field that he churned out the best from his opponents.

Yet, the man of the hour confesses that as per his mentor, he couldn’t reach his best ability in his athletic stint. As per Usain Bolt, his peers had an idea but managed with the circumstances to live with reality. 

After his samaritan role for the World XI FC, Usain Bolt hopped into a relaxed conversation with talkSPORT. While continuing to ask him about his athletic goals, the host discussed Usain Bolt’s best athletic ability on the track. After pausing for a few minutes, the 37-year-old superstar replied to the topic by adding an explanation from his coach, Glen Mills’ viewpoint. He mentioned, “My coach said that you haven’t seen the best of yourself and that’s crazy when he said it to me.” It should give a unique vibe because the timeline Usain spoke about should come in the 2004-2016 duration, when everyone failed to beat him. 

Yet, the resolute reply shows Usain Bolt’s humane nature. Despite being a champion of all seasons, he never stopped living a normal life, especially with fun and relaxation. That may have taken a toll on his preparation, hindering him from shaving down his personal best timings. 

Commenting on that debate, Usain said, I was never that person. I needed breaks to have fun and go and relax and then come back to track and field so remember my coach who understands and hates it. But he understands that I needed it to take time off and has to go and be a human.” As a result, the world record holder has no grief over his inability to reach the absolute best he was capable of. His comments after his final appearance in the world 100m event back the fulfillment of his soul. 

The greatest ever cherishes the moment 

On August 6, 2017, the London Stadium was ready to witness Usain Bolt winning his final 100m event of his career in the world championships. But the track god thought otherwise. Usain came third, while the first two positions were taken up by American sprinters Justin Gatlin and Christian Coleman. The crowd wasn’t ready to accept the result. A concerted booing of 56,000 strong audiences meant to disgust the winners. However, Usain Bolt was ready to accept his defeat. 

After crossing the finishing line, he praised his arch-rival Justin and congratulated him. Yet the champion in him left the ground only after saying, “I’ve proved to the world I’m one of the greatest athletes, I don’t think this changes anything. I’ve done my part as an athlete, to uplift the sport and show it’s getting better.” Justin also had something to add. 

“Usain is an electrifying character who has run sizzling times, mind-blowing times, and throughout the years he has always kept it classy. He has inspired me to be a faster, stronger competitor. I have only wished every year to be his top rival,” he commented, bidding his bye. After 7 years, the track and field world still mesmerizes Usain Bolt. The current grain still thinks of him as the peak to touch. Well, if you need proof, you can check on Noah Lyles’ statements.