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Former sprinter picks Bolt

Published:Friday | August 15, 2008 | 7:17 PM

Former British sprinter Darren Campbell predicts Jamaican Usain Bolt will top the podium in both sprints at the Olympic Games.



Campbell has backed the long-striding Bolt to become the first runner in 24 years to achieve this feat.



Earlier this morning, Bolt showcased breathtaking form as he cruised into the semi-finals of the 100 metres clocking 9.92 seconds in the second round.



Campbell, a silver medallist in the 200 metres at the Sydney Olympics, says he also backed Bolt to break American Michael Johnson’s Olympic record of 19.32 seconds.