Asafa Powell has pulled out of today’s 100 metres showdown with world record holder Usain Bolt and Tyson Gay because of a lower back injury.
After suffering a groin problem at the Paris Diamond League meet in July, Powell said his back “hurt like hell”.
“I’m very disappointed. I wanted to go out against Usain and Tyson, get a feel for it and have some fun,” he added.
Bolt said: “It’s sad. People were looking forward to seeing us. It’s still going to be a quick time.”
The last time the trio competed on the same track was at last summer’s World Championships where Bolt set the world record of 9.58 seconds.
Bolt in, Powell out
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