It’s hard to imagine Usain Bolt becoming more of an international celebrity than he was already, but a picture taken during his gold medal performance of the men’s 100-meter dash has gone viral.
When you%27ve tricked the world into thinking Justin Gatlin has a chance: pic.twitter.com/ASXzCLk4lX
— Jesse Washington (@jessewashington) August 15, 2016
The photo shows Bolt sprinting toward the finish line as he grins and looks to make sure he has the gold medal secured.
when you write a provocative tweet and then sign off pic.twitter.com/8dz0XOfcIf
— Mina Kimes (@minakimes) August 15, 2016
American sprinter Justin Gatlin took home the silver medal in the race, and Canadian Andre de Grasse took the bronze.
— matthew. (@yooomatthew_) August 15, 2016
The Jamaican sprinter has taken the gold medal in the event for three straight Olympics and begins his quest for gold in the 200-meter race Tuesday.
This man is so fast he has enough time to stop and cheese for the camera before crossing the finish line. #Bolt pic.twitter.com/UOxZzAQWR3
— John Haltiwanger (@jchaltiwanger) August 15, 2016
"Somebody said I can become immortal," said Bolt. "Two more medals to go and I can sign off. Immortal."
When you%27re on another level & know you%27re the the fastest man on the planet. 😎👌🏼 #Bolt pic.twitter.com/kENnSabMfq
— WE RIDE BMX (@KrancLife) August 15, 2016