Gay adds name to history books

Tyson Gay became the third man in history to complete a World Championship sprint double after winning the 200 metres in Osaka on Thursday night.

Gay adds name to history books
Thu, 30 Aug, 2007 - 18:16

Tyson Gay became the third man in history to complete a World Championship sprint double after winning the 200 metres in Osaka on Thursday night.

Gay, who won the 100m on Sunday, romped to victory in 19.76 seconds to join Maurice Greene and Justin Gatlin in claiming gold in both events.

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