Posted: May 12, 2006

Athletics: Gatlin sets World Record

Olympic and World champion Justin Gatlin set the men's world 100m record Friday at the Qatar Super Grand Prix in Doha.

Gatlin broke the world record with his time of 9.76 seconds with a wind reading of +2.0 meters per second. The previous record of 9.77 was held by Jamaican Asafa Powell set in Athens on June 14, 2005.

"It is amazing I did it," Gatlin said. "It took a lot of discipline and dedication. You will see many more performances like this from me in the future."

Gatlin and Powell will face off against each other June 11 in the 100 meters at Gateshead, England.

"We are thrilled that Justin has joined the handful of all-time greats who have been Olympic and World champion and the 100 meter world record holder," said USA Track & Field CEO Craig Masback. "He has made all of America proud and we congratulate him," Masback added.

For more information on Justin Gatlin, including his complete bio, visit USATF.org.

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