Bolt withdraws from NY meeting due to injury

Triple Olympic champion and world record holder Usain Bolt has withdrawn from the June 12 New York Diamond League meeting with a tendon injury, organisers said on Monday.

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By (Reuters)

Published: Tue 1 Jun 2010, 11:57 AM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 2:05 AM

“I developed a stiffness in my Achilles tendon last week and sought medical attention,” Bolt said in a statement released by the meeting.

“After careful consultation with Dr. Hans Müller-Wohlfahrt at his clinic in Munich, I have been advised to take a two-three week break as a precautionary measure to avoid risking further damage.”

Bolt had been expected to face American Tyson Gay in a 100 metres showdown between the world’s two fastest men.

(Reuters)

Published: Tue 1 Jun 2010, 11:57 AM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 2:05 AM

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