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Chiedozie Ogbene is lighting it up for club and country

Usain Bolt and Nemo Rangers part of Ogbene's rise

Chiedozie Ogbene has not just adapted to the pace of the Premier League – he is setting it. The Luton winger is the fastest player in the top flight this season having studied Usain Bolt to perfect his style.

Soccer • 07 Dec 23

'Stressful' as Bolt trying to recover lost millions

World 100 and 200 metres record holder Usain Bolt said that it was a "stressful situation" trying to recover more than $12.7 million that has disappeared from his account with a Jamaican investment firm.

Athletics • 28 Jan 23

Nesta Carter returns another positive doping test

Jamaica's Olympic and world championship medallist Nesta Carter, whose positive doping test caused Usain Bolt to be stripped of his Beijing 2008 Olympic 4x100 metres relay gold, has tested positive again and faces an anti-doping hearing next week.

Athletics • 05 Oct 21

Bolt tests positive for Covid-19 after birthday party

Eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt has tested positive for coronavirus, his agent has confirmed.

Athletics • 26 Aug 20

'Just to be safe, I'll quarantine myself and just take it easy'

Usain Bolt self-isolating after coronavirus test

Eight-time Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt has confirmed he is in quarantine as he awaits the result of a coronavirus test.

Athletics • 24 Aug 20

On this day: Bolt smashes another record in Berlin

Usain Bolt created another piece of athletics history on this day in 2009 with a sensational triumph and world record in the 200 metres at the World Championships in Berlin.

Athletics • 20 Aug 20

Usain Bolt won't be playing professional soccer

'The sports life is over' - Bolt ends football quest

Sprint great Usain Bolt has said his dream of becoming a professional soccer player is over.

Athletics • 22 Jan 19

Usain Bolt made worldwide headlines after scoring twice in a pre-season match

Usain Bolt football trial ends at A-League club

Olympic sprint champion Usain Bolt has finished his football trial at Central Coast Mariners and will leave the club after failing to agree commercial terms, the A-League side.

Soccer • 02 Nov 18

Andy Keogh: "For me, he's not going to be able to make it."

Andy Keogh: Usain Bolt has a touch like a trampoline

Usain Bolt's first touch is "like a trampoline" and he will never make it as a professional footballer, according to former Republic of Ireland international Andy Keogh.

Soccer • 26 Oct 18

Mariners likely to need outside cash to sign Bolt

It seems both parties are keen on a deal, though there's still some way to go before they can reach agreement.

Soccer • 22 Oct 18

Usain Bolt has been on trial with the New South Wales club

Bolt offered deal with Central Coast Mariners

Former Olympic sprint champion Usain Bolt has been offered a contract by Central Coast Mariners as his career in a new sport gathers momentum.

Soccer • 21 Oct 18

Bolt in action for the Central Coast Mariners

Bolt turns down move to Malta, continues Aussie trial

The fastest man in the world has had offers, but he's content to stay and try to impress the A League outfit.

Soccer • 18 Oct 18

Usain Bolt could be about to leave Australia for Malta

Bolt offered contract with Maltese club - report

Olympic champion sprinter Usain Bolt has been offered a two-year contract to play soccer with a Maltese club, triggering speculation he may be set to walk out from his trial at Australian team Central Coast Mariners.

Soccer • 16 Oct 18

Usain Bolt scored twice in a friendly for Central Coast Mariners

'Absolute specimen' Bolt backed to prove his worth

Usain Bolt has all the attributes to succeed in professional football, according to Central Coast Mariners team-mate Ross McCormack.

Soccer • 15 Oct 18

Usain Bolt found the net twice in the second half

Bolt scores first goals as professional footballer

Usain Bolt scored a brace as he opened his Central Coast Mariners account in a 4-0 win against Macarthur South West United.

Soccer • 12 Oct 18

Bolt, 32, preparing for his shot at future in football

After an underwhelming debut, the eight-time Olympic gold medallist is preparing to start up front in a trial match that he believes will determine his future with the Central Coast Mariners.

Soccer • 10 Oct 18

Usain Bolt played the last 20 minutes of Central Coast Mariners 6-1 pre-season friendly win over a Central Coast Select XI

Bolt determined after Central Coast Mariners debut

Usain Bolt believes he will be "up and running at speed" within a month after making his Central Coast Mariners debut in a 6-1 pre-season friendly win.

Soccer • 31 Aug 18

Usain Bolt set for Mariners run out

Usain Bolt is likely to play some part for the Central Coast Mariners in a trial game on Friday night, head coach Mike Mulvey has said.

Soccer • 29 Aug 18

Usain Bolt makes his way through security as he arrives at Sydney international airport

Usain Bolt lands Down Under for 'real' soccer mission

Olympic sprint champion and aspiring footballer Usain Bolt touched down in Sydney on Saturday, declaring himself ready to prove to the world that his Australian soccer adventure is "real".

Soccer • 18 Aug 18

Usain Bolt in training with Borussia Dortmund

Bolt in talks with A-League side about possible deal

Is the fastest man in the planet about to fulfil his dream and play professional football?

Soccer • 17 Jul 18

Usain Bolt (R) and Robbie Keane of the Rest of the World take part in training for Soccer Aid for UNICEF

Keane backs Bolt to forge football career

Former Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane thinks Usain Bolt could have a career in football.

Soccer • 07 Jun 18

Usain Bolt has ambitions to be a professional footballer

Bolt trains with Norwegian side in bid to earn contract

Multiple Olympic sprint champion Usain Bolt is training with Norwegian top-flight side Stromsgodset as he pursues his dream of becoming a professional footballer.

Soccer • 30 May 18

Watch: Usain Bolt scores goal in Borussia trial

Usain Bolt showed glimpses of flair and even scored a goal in a training match during his Borussia Dortmund trial on Friday morning.

Soccer • 23 Mar 18

Lewis Hamilton celebrates with Usain Bolt

Hamilton closes on world title with US GP masterclass

Lewis Hamilton edged ever closer to winning a fourth world championship after a crushing victory over Sebastian Vettel at the United States Grand Prix.

Motorsport • 22 Oct 17

Usain Bolt tore his hamstring in his final race at the World Championships

Bolt's Man United dream scuppered by hamstring injury

Usain Bolt will be prevented from achieving his lifelong dream of playing for Manchester United by the hamstring injury sustained in his farewell race.

Athletics • 17 Aug 17