Tyson Gay nailed the sprint double on Thursday. Gay, who won the 100 metres on Sunday, became only the third man to win both the 100 and 200 at a world championships when he outpaced the field to triumph in 19.76 seconds.
He joined compatriots Maurice Greene and Justin Gatlin in accomplishing the feat. "What I did here was a lot of strength, hard work and prayer. I did it for my coach and family...it feels great," Gay told reporters.
Gay, whose winning time was a championship record, had trailed Jamaica's Usain Bolt after 100 metres. "It shocked me, I was slightly frightened," he said.
"He gave me a run for my money. Coming off the curve to see him winning -- I'm not used to that. "After the race I was extremely tired. Couldn't really put up my arms to celebrate. The 100 took a lot of focus. But I've never won a 200m on a major stage."
Euphoric as he was, the 24-year-old kept his feet on the ground when asked if his win made him the best of all time. "I wouldn't say that," he smiled. "To be the greatest of all time you've got to do it over and over and indoors."
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Tyson Gay. Photo: EFE
