Justin Gatlin's father: Fans booing is disrespectful to the sport

Justin Gatlin's father Willie claims athletics fans who have booed the new 100 metres world champion are disrespecting the sport.

Mon, 07 Aug, 2017 - 10:28

Justin Gatlin's father Willie claims athletics fans who have booed the new 100 metres world champion are disrespecting the sport.

The 35-year-old was jeered on to the top of podium on his return to the London Stadium on Sunday evening to be presented with his World Championships gold medal by Lord Coe.

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Courts Heathrow Place: London Stadium Person: Justin Gatlin Person: Willie Person: Lord Coe Person: Gatlin Person: Coe Person: Usain Bolt Person: Willie Gatlin Event: World Championships

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