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Second-fastest man ever after Bolt! Why Jacobs' sprint won't enter record books

Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs blazed to a 9.67-second 100m at the Austrian Open, a time second only to Usain Bolt's world record. However, a strong tailwind of +4.1m/s means this incredible feat won't be officially recognised. Despite the wind, Jacobs' performance signals a strong comeback, placing him among the fastest wind-assisted runners ever.

2 Jul 2026 10:31 am