Usain Bolt thanks Puma
Usain Bolt has proved he is still the fastest man in the world after smashing the 100m and 200m world records at the World Athletics Championships 2009 in Berlin last week. The athlete thanked his kit sponsor, Puma, following the event for all its support.
Three-time Olympic gold medallist Usain 'Lightning' Bolt ran the 100m in just 9.58 seconds, having set a new world record of 9.69 seconds at the Beijing Olympics last year. He also surpassed the 200m world record he set last year, running it in just 19.19 seconds having run it in 1930 at the Olympics. The Jamaican team Usain Bolt is part of, all of whom are sponsored by the German sportswear firm, came first in the 4x100 relay in 42.06 seconds.
"Berlin has been so welcoming to me and to the entire Jamaican team," said Usain Bolt on the last day of the World Championship. "What an experience to come here, the place where barriers were broken by Jesse Owens in the 1936 Olympics and be able to set new world records. Winning the 4x100 on Saturday night as a team was the perfect way to end this race week. Thanks to all of Berlin, the fans worldwide and my sponsor Puma, who have supported us."
The fastest man in the world’s shoe of choice is the Theseus Pro sprint spike, dubbed the Puma Yaam. It was developed by a team of designers and technicians at the company who studied and measured his stride and foot form. With this information and ongoing track-testing, they created a custom-made sprint spike that fits his unique body kinetics. The vibrant orange colour was chosen to contrast with the Olympic Stadium's signature blue track. The shoe is designed to provide power, speed and stability. The "engine" of the show is a carbon plate, which adds speed and power but no weight. Puma has also designed an athletic, low-profile version of Usain's signature track spike, called the Puma Street Yaam, which will be available later in the year.
