Bolt takes blame for false start

Usain Bolt has accepted the blame for his false start in the 100 metres final at the World Championships, but claims that champion Yohan Blake also moved in his blocks.

Bolt takes blame for false start

Usain Bolt has accepted the blame for his false start in the 100 metres final at the World Championships, but claims that champion Yohan Blake also moved in his blocks.

Television replays indicated that Blake’s left leg moved before Bolt false-started and was disqualified, leaving his training partner Blake to lift the title.

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