Mens 100m
Why? Not only is the winner classified as the fastest man on the planet but Jamaica has three very competitive entrants. Those being,
Asafa Powell - former 100m world record holder
Michael Frater - World Championship silver medalist
Usain Bolt - current 100m world record holder
This event will definitely be a clash of the titans as the Jamaican trio will duel against strong challenges from the USA featuring the likes of:
Tyson Gay - double sprint world champion
Walter Dix - many time NCAA champion
Darvis Patton - 4th fastest individual over this discipline this year
Additionally the Trinidadians have put together a formidable trio who will be right on the heels of the Jamaicans and Americans ready to capitalize on any hiccups. They include:
Marc Burns - world championship finalist
Darrel Brown - world championship silver medalist
Richard Thompson - NCAA 100m champion
Mens 110h
This event usually offers many thrills and spills. This year is no different as 21 year old phenom Dayron Robles seeks to continue his winning streak this year as he goes up against the current Olympic champion Liu Xiang of China.
Xiang is regarded as one of the fiercest competitors in the sport and will not relinquish his crown easily. Additionally, the Olympics being staged in China should give Xiang home crowd advantage.
Stay tuned for more Beijing Olympics round up
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