Sprinter Powell eases to 100m win

July 26th, 2008 by FendyBt2


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Asafa Powell

Jamaica’s Asafa Powell cruised to victory in the 100m at the London Grand Prix at Crystal Palace to complete hispreparations for the Beijing Olympics.

The former world record holder won in 9.94 seconds ahead of Trinidad’s Marc Burns and compatriot Michael Frater.

On the British front, Philips Idowu underlined his dominance in the triple jump with an effort of 17.42m.

Elsewhere, Christine Ohurugo saw home a British 1-2-3 in the 400m, while Kelly Sotherton leads the four-event

competition.

More to follow


This article is from the BBC News website. © British Broadcasting Corporation


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