Thoughts on Michael Norman: The 400m Sensation
There is no more doubt. Michael Norman is the real deal. Here are some of my thoughts on one of the greatest talents of this generation. Continue reading Thoughts on Michael Norman: The 400m Sensation
Tag: world record
Women’s 400m World Record is 48.25
Records are borrowed, but it doesn’t look like the women’s 400m world record has an expiration date. Here is my personal view on why it should be annulled. Continue reading Women’s 400m World Record is 48.25
6.34: My Take on the 60m World Record & Christian Coleman
This kid is the real deal, but can he really threaten Usain Bolt’s world records in the 100 & 200 meters? Continue reading 6.34: My Take on the 60m World Record & Christian Coleman
Usain Bolt’s Global Championships Medals
The greatest sprinter of all time. Continue reading Usain Bolt’s Global Championships Medals
300m: 30.81 – A Quick Overview
A look at Wayde van Niekerk’s new 300m world best of 30.81 and what it might tell us about his potential of running under 43 seconds in the 400m. Continue reading 300m: 30.81 – A Quick Overview
9.69* – From Obadele Thompson to Andre De Grasse
All the sub 9.70 performances and how we’ve finally come full circle from Obadele Thompson’s windy 9.69 in 1996 to Andre De Grasse’s windy 9.69 in 2017. Continue reading 9.69* – From Obadele Thompson to Andre De Grasse
400m and the 43-second Barrier
The 100m has 10 seconds, the 200m has 20 seconds and the 400m has 44 seconds. Thus far only one athlete in history has managed to dip under all three of these magical sprint barriers: Wayde van Niekerk. Will he be the first to go sub-43? Continue reading 400m and the 43-second Barrier
Women’s World Records Compared Against Men’s World Records in Track & Field
A study of how close women’s world records come to men’s world records. Continue reading Women’s World Records Compared Against Men’s World Records in Track & Field
New World Records in 2016 (Track & Field)
A short rundown of the new world records that were set in 2016 and how long it took for the old ones to be beaten. Continue reading New World Records in 2016 (Track & Field)
Michael Johnson’s Finest Hour: 1996 Atlanta Olympics
How the golden-colored spikes propelled him to greatness. Continue reading Michael Johnson’s Finest Hour: 1996 Atlanta Olympics
