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    Organisers had previously said the sprint rivals would not participate in the post-season meet, but announced Thursday they would appear, after triple Olympic and world sprint champion Usain Bolt pulled out, citing fatigue. "Asafa Powell and his American rival Tyson Gay will compete... The rivalry of the two superstars sets the stage for what is expected to be one of the most heated races at the competition" organisers said in a statement. Full Article at SuperSport
    Asafa Powell and his American rival Tyson Gay will compete... The rivalry of the two superstars sets the stage for what is expected to be one of the most heated races at the competition
    SOURCE: SuperSport 2 months ago

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