Usain Bolt final athletic moments as he retires

Eight-time Olympic gold medalist Bolt, 30, is retiring from athletics having illuminated the sport like few others.It was one of the best moments of London 2017 as Justin Gatlin his olympic competitor hailed his respect.

“It’s really sad that I have to walk away now,” said the Jamaican, who completed a lap of honor of London Stadium on Sunday’s closing night.”I was saying goodbye to the fans and saying goodbye to my events also.”When asked if he would consider a return to racing, he replied: “I’ve seen too many people retire and come back just to make it worse or to shame themselves.”I won’t be one of those people.”

Usain Bolt said he was “saying goodbye to everything” and “almost cried” as his successful career came to a close at the World Championships in London.