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Another Sprint Legend Steps Away
November 21, 2025 | Edition #317
👋 Hey, Speedster!
2025 is slowly becoming the year of heartbreaking retirements. First Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and now this. The man who once came close to nearly defeating Usain Bolt is stepping away. Brace yourself for this one.
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It's Official: Sprinter With Fastest Splits of All-Time Announces Retirement |
After competing as a sprinter for over two decades, this record holder has decided to leave the sport. |
As you read above, Dina Asher-Smith has started training under Baylor coach Michael Ford for the next season. This is now her third coaching change in three years, as she looks to come back stronger on the track. So tell us,
Do You Think a Professional Athlete Should Switch as Often as Three Coaches in 3 Years? |
In case you are wondering, no this calf didn't really wander onto the track…but was brought in to break a World Record! With no competitors around, the judges went easy this time (lane-cutting was allowed). And just like that, we now have the fastest calf ever!
That's all for today! We’ll get back tomorrow with the regular updates from the track world! Meanwhile, we’d love your feedback.
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