Usain Bolt

Fastest man ever

Contemporary influential 116 sayings

Sayings by Usain Bolt

I told you all I was going to be number one, and I did it. I told you all I was going to be number one, and I did it. I told you all I was going to be number one, and I did it.

2008 — After winning the 100m gold medal at the Beijing Olympics
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I'm a legend. I'm a legend. I'm a legend.

2016 — After winning his third consecutive Olympic 100m gold medal at Rio
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I always say, 'anything is possible, no limits.'

Various — Multiple interviews
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I don't think about records. I think about winning.

2012 — Interview, prior to a race
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I just want to be the greatest. That's my goal.

2009 — Interview
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I'm just a laid-back guy. I just enjoy myself.

2010 — Interview
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I like to have fun. I like to entertain. That's who I am.

2011 — Interview
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I'm not going to lie, I'm a bit lazy sometimes.

2017 — Interview with The Guardian
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For me, it's about making history. It's about being the best.

2013 — Interview
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I'm a naturally gifted athlete, but I also work hard.

2015 — Interview
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I'm just trying to inspire kids to believe in themselves.

2016 — Interview
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I've achieved everything I wanted to achieve in track and field.

2017 — Announcing his retirement from track and field
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I'm going to try my hand at soccer now. It's something I've always wanted to do.

2018 — Discussing his post-retirement plans
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I'm not going to say I'm the fastest man in the world. I'm just going to say I'm the fastest man on the track.

2008 — Interview, prior to a race
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I don't believe in limits. I believe in breaking them.

2012 — Interview
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I'm a showman. I like to put on a show for the fans.

2009 — Interview
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I'm just trying to enjoy every moment of my career.

2010 — Interview
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I'm not going to take anything for granted.

2013 — Interview
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I'm just trying to leave a legacy that people will remember.

2014 — Interview
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I'm not going to let the pressure get to me.

2015 — Post-race interview
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