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Monday, 24 July 2006 |
Jamaican sprinter Asafa Powell ready to face American Justin Gatlin
Jamaican sprinter Asafa Powell says he is ready to face American Justin Gatlin as his opponent whenever and wherever.
The two runners were due to go head-to-head in the 100m at the London Grand Prix in Crystal Palace on 28 July but the American sprinter pulled out with a leg injury and the planned showdown between the joint world record holders has now been put on hold - yet again.
"It's getting a little out of hand," said Asafa Powell, 23, and he added, "I'd like to get it over and done with and anytime he's ready, I'm waiting."
Asafa Powell said he felt Justin Gatlin was avoiding him after his opponent withdrew from the IAAF Super Grand Prix in Athens and he is now getting frustrated by their rivalry which is not getting fought out on the track and actual sport.
"Since I've been in Europe I've been hearing a bunch of different stories and I don't know which one to believe," Asafa Powell added.
"I don't know what has been discussed, but all I know is that I'm ready to run whenever.
"A lot of people are looking forward to it and this can be one of the greatest showdowns the world has ever seen so we just need to make a date and do it," Asafa Powell said.
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