# Athletics: The world’s fastest man, Usain Bolt, has officially been named a Guinness World Records Icon. The former Jamaican sprinter was given the honour for his achievements in the sport and for being a global inspiration. His 9.58-seconds is the fastest anyone in the world has run over 100-metres, while his time of 9.63-seconds at the Games in London in 2012 is also an unbeaten Olympic record. Bolt says he is honoured to receive this accolade:
Athletics: Usain Bolt officially named a Guinness World Records Icon [SOUND]
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