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Usain Bolt remains larger than life even nearly a decade after retiring from competitive sprinting. This week, Bolt is making headlines on multiple fronts. In an exclusive chat with Forbes India published October 6, he spoke candidly about his enduring legacy, what drives him, and—now with three young children—how parenting keeps him on his toes, though he jokes that his kids are still a bit too slow to make him break a sweat. On the world records front, Bolt has been on a media blitz, reiterating to news agency ANI and as reported by Times of India and Pulse Sports, his belief that his 100-meter record of 9.58 seconds, set in Berlin in 2009, won’t be broken anytime soon. He steadfastly called it “an incredible time,” adding that while his 200-meter record might be more vulnerable, it too remains an exceedingly tough mountain for the next generation.
Still, he’s plenty active off the track. This weekend, he addressed some 600 entrepreneurs and their families in Delhi, sharing his insights on resilience and adaptability at a high-profile Entrepreneurs’ Organization event, as covered by Times of India. Bolt emphasized that agility is less about mere speed and more about mental focus and the discipline to adapt under pressure. The takeaway? Leadership, whether in sport or business, is all about consistency, clarity, and keeping your eyes on the long game.
On the branding and business side, Forbes India and Pulse Sports both note Bolt’s continued commercial appeal, with a reported net worth around 30 million dollars. His decades-long partnership with Puma remains strong, and his entrepreneurial ventures, including previous attempts with Bolt Mobility and interests in music production and real estate, all feed into his long-term strategy of staying relevant far beyond his racing days.
Recent social media coverage centers mostly on his enthusiastic support for Jamaica’s new sprint stars—like Oblique Seville, who brought Jamaica back to the winner’s podium at the latest World Championships, as reported by Sportskeeda. Bolt admitted it was “hard to just watch,” but he cheered on the next generation with pride, mentoring openly and celebrating their victories on his channels.
On the family front, excitement is high as he and longtime partner Kasi Bennett expect their fourth child, as Times of India revealed through a sweet family photo. Off the track and away from the spotlight, Bolt himself says his days revolve around simple pleasures—Lego sets, gym sessions, watching his kids grow, and delighting fans with glimpses into his laidback life.
Take it from Bolt: sprinting may have made his name, but character, business sense, and a relentless drive to perform—on any stage—are what will make it last.
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