Usain Bolt to ‘stay in’ while awaiting results of coronavirus test
- Olympic champion says he is self-quarantining ahead of receiving the results of a Covid-19 test
The 34-year-old retired sprinter who won gold in the 100 and 200 metres at the last three Olympics posted a video on social media to explain the situation.
Bolt, who appeared to be laying in bed in the video, said he has no symptoms.
“Just to be safe, I’ll quarantine myself and just take it easy,” he said.
He wrote in the posts: “Stay safe my ppl” with hands folded in prayer.
The comments on his post ranged from well wishes like “please get better my legend” to advice such as “drink up your ginger tea non stop.”
On the track, Bolt was known for his poses – his “Lighting Bolt” became iconic – and of course his post-race celebrations. His speed and charisma made his sport can’t-miss viewing whenever he lined up in the blocks.
Bolt set the world records in the 100 and 200 metres at the 2009 world championships in Berlin. He retired after worlds in 2017.
