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Who holds the record for the fastest 100-meter sprint in the world?

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Hey there! So, if you're asking about the fastest 100-meter sprint in the world, the current world record holder is Usain Bolt from Jamaica. He broke the record in 2009 at the World Championships in Berlin with a time of 9.58 seconds. It was an incredibly impressive feat, and Bolt is widely considered one of the greatest sprinters of all time.

But, if I may geek out for a moment, did you know that the record for the fastest 100-meter sprint by a human being who wasn't Usain Bolt is held by Florence Griffith-Joyner? She set the women's world record at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul with a time of 10.49 seconds. That's still an incredible time, and she was an amazing athlete.

Anyway, back to Usain Bolt. It's not just the 100-meter sprint world record he holds, either. He also holds the world record for the 200-meter sprint, which he set at the 2009 World Championships in Berlin with a time of 19.19 seconds. And if that wasn't enough, he was also part of the Jamaican relay team that holds the world record for the 4x100 meter relay.

I should note that there have been some controversies surrounding Bolt's performances, particularly in terms of doping allegations. However, he has never tested positive for banned substances and has always maintained his innocence. Either way, there's no denying that his speed and talent have made him a legend in the world of track and field.

So there you have it! Usain Bolt currently holds the world record for the fastest 100-meter sprint, as well as several other impressive records. Who knows if and when someone will come along and top his times, but for now, he's the one to beat.