Dear Editor,

In the Rio Olympics Usain Bolt achieved greatness by winning several gold medals. Bolt earned gold in the 100m and 200m races, as well as the 4×100 relay. He had achieved the very same results in the London and Beijing Olympics.

Bolt is a champion on the field but has also inspired us to succeed in life. Here are some great quotes by Usain Bolt:

1. Worrying gets you nowhere. If you turn up worrying about how you’re going to perform, you’ve already lost. Train hard, turn up, run your best, and the rest will take care of itself.

2. Easy is not an option. No days off. Never quit. Be fearless. Talent, you have naturally; skill is only developed by hours and hours of work.

3. There are better starters than me, but I’m a strong finisher.

4. For me, I’m focused on what I want to do. I know what I need to do to be a champion, so I’m working on it.

5. My hunger is always there.

6. It’s always a wake-up call to get beaten.

7. I know what I can do, so I never doubt myself.

8. You have to set goals so you can push yourself harder. Desire is the key to success.

9. Believe in your dreams and that anything is possible.

Bolt’s inspiration can motivate us as young athletes, coaches, sports enthusiasts, or just individuals to achieve our goals — even our dreams.

Reed Markham

Former member, Olympic News Service

reed_markham@yahoo.com