Blink and You’ll Miss It: 10 Fastest Things on Earth

The fastest human, Usain Bolt

Speed Record: 100 m in 9.58 seconds

Usain Bolt, the retired Jamaican athlete, is widely regarded as the greatest sprinter in history. He has won eleven world championships and eight Olympic gold medals in events like the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay.

During the 2009 World Championships, Bolt stunned the world by setting a new world record in the 100-meter dash with a time of 9.58 seconds, surpassing his own previous record of 9.69 seconds. He also set a new record of 19.19 seconds in the 200-meter dash during the same event.

Apart from his remarkable athletic achievements, Bolt became a global sports icon thanks to his magnetic personality, famous “Lightning Bolt” pose, and friendly interactions with fans and fellow athletes.