Whether you woke up nice and early this morning or caught the news during brekkie, I’m sure by now you know all about Wayde van Niekerk’s incredible 400m world record feat.
The humble van Niekerk clinched Team South Africa’s first gold medal in a time of 43.03, smashing Michael Johnson’s 17-year-old record in the process.
First up here’s the race…
Crushed it, but here’s the video that really drives home just how insane that time is. Look at Bolt’s face when he sees that clock…
Usain Bolt’s reaction to Wayde van Niekerk’s WR 43.03 in the 400m final. #Rio2016 pic.twitter.com/GJIaMLGzIZ
— Stephen Nelson (@Stephen__Nelson) August 15, 2016
When the fastest man the world has ever seen is shocked you know you’ve done OK. Bolt even took the time to seek Wayde out after the 100m final, the two embracing in what is a real show of respect.
Team SA have already surpassed their best ever Olympics medal haul – here’s hoping Caster grabs gold and we land a few others as well.
[source:news24]
