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02.08.2014 Sports News

Usain Bolt speaks of Commonwealth Games joy after 4x100m relay win

By Allsports.com.gh
Usain Bolt speaks of Commonwealth Games joy after 4x100m relay win
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Bolt was predictably the standout performer in an unconvincing display from the Jamaica team as they booked a place in the final in 38.99 seconds at Hampden Park in Glasgow.

The six-time Olympic gold medalist chose not to compete in the 100m and 200m, events in which he holds the world record.

But, despite claims to the contrary, Bolt was quick to stress how much he is enjoying his Commonwealth Games experience.

"We told each other just to get it [the baton] round and not to stress too much about this one," Bolt told the BBC.

"It's [the Games] wonderful, just like the [2012] London Olympics. The crowd is great. I have heard it throughout the championships and watched it on the television."

A newspaper report earlier this week claimed that Bolt had described the Games as "a bit s***".

Bolt has already denied those allegations, and was keen to reiterate his stance on the matter.

"I can't believe [the article] actually said that," he added. "I would never use that word. I love competing and I am here because of the fans.

"I am enjoying it. The people have been good to me and I would never say that.

"Everything's been good for me. It's just the weather. It's got cold. But I am happy to be here and I am enjoying what's going on."

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