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• 1. At 5:10pm on 29 Apr 2009, ojones88 wrote:

  If you could compile an all-time 200m race, who would feature in it?

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• 2. At 5:23pm on 29 Apr 2009, Nasri4Gunners wrote:

  If Usain Bolt beat my world record I would have cursed him so much but yet be amazed. You were excited and thrilled on the BBC, what was it like behind the scenes? Did you meet Usain?

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• 3. At 5:27pm on 29 Apr 2009, ronaldwfootball wrote:

  was you ever offered drugs as an athlete do you think more could be done to ensure athletics is drug free, alternatively do you think some of the band drugs should be allowed?

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• 4. At 5:28pm on 29 Apr 2009, CountMurkalot wrote:

  Who is the greatest sprinter you ever raced against?

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• 5. At 5:28pm on 29 Apr 2009, Toon_Luigi wrote:

  Do you think Usain Bolt will break your 400 meter world record?

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• 6. At 5:29pm on 29 Apr 2009, always_united wrote:

  What gave you the greater satisfaction, breaking the 200m WR in 96 or the 400m WR in 99?

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• 7. At 5:31pm on 29 Apr 2009, HubrisvNemesis wrote:

  Who is your sporting idol? Were you ever tempted by another sport?

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• 8. At 5:39pm on 29 Apr 2009, SpeedyG2012 wrote:

  Who are your top tips for success for the 400m in the World Championships this summer? Any unknowns we should look out for?
  
  Finally, how well do you really get on with the BBC athletics presenters?

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• 9. At 5:45pm on 29 Apr 2009, FalmouthWanderer wrote:

  Do you think its possible for Usain Bolt (or someone else) to run under 19.00 in the 200m?

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• 10. At 5:51pm on 29 Apr 2009, preacherandy wrote:

  In the 1992 Olympics you were hot favorite for the 200m title and yet through illness it all went wrong. How did you deal with that disapointment?

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• 11. At 5:54pm on 29 Apr 2009, styleshq wrote:

  Do you think that the lowering of world records is directly related to a single factor (e.g., training) or multiple factors (diet, training, genetics, equipment)? Based on your answer, do you think there will ever be a ceiling on achievement...and, if so, how soon in the sprints?

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• 12. At 5:55pm on 29 Apr 2009, Antill wrote:

  Dear Michael - Do you think it is fair that the tracks that athletes run on, continue to get harder, as a harder track surface will equate to a faster time. It seems unfair to compare a run, such as the one of Jim Hines' in the 68 Olympics to the one of Usain Bolt set last year, as one was set on a dirt track, and the other on a much harder synthetic surface. What do you think?. Many thanks, Elias- West Wales.

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• 13. At 5:56pm on 29 Apr 2009, bran017 wrote:

  Did your training 10-15 years ago differ to that of today for the 200m and 400m? What training methods that you know of, have been introduced since in both events to improve performance? What training methods have taken a backseat role?

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• 14. At 5:57pm on 29 Apr 2009, TeamLegend wrote:

  Did you ever consider sending Frankie Fredericks silver shoes after the 1996 Olympics?
  Which athlete, past or present, from another track or field event do you admire the most?
  

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• 15. At 6:00pm on 29 Apr 2009, ewartf wrote:

  Michael, who do you think will be more likely to give Bolt a better competition, Walter Dix or Tyson Gaye and which young sprinter do you expect to do well by the next olympics.

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• 16. At 6:06pm on 29 Apr 2009, Wellly wrote:

  Hello Michael,
  
  Is the faster speed reached during the 100 metres or 200 metres world record and what do you think is the fastest* speed you've ever reached and how would it compare to Bolt's?
  
  *not average speed but maximum speed
  
  Thanks.

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• 17. At 6:09pm on 29 Apr 2009, milton3 wrote:

  Thank you for your great performances, and professionalism.
  
  
  What inspired you to take up athletics, and compete? How would you motivate someone to achieve their goals?

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• 18. At 6:10pm on 29 Apr 2009, Magpie wrote:

  Hi Michael,
  
  Who inspired you to become the athlete you were?
  
  And where you always an outstanding athlete or did the development happen in your teens?

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• 19. At 6:10pm on 29 Apr 2009, TechnicallyPerfect wrote:

  Where do you rank yourself and Usain Bolt in terms of all-time short distance runners?
  
  Also, how do you think short-distance athletes would fair in longer-distance forms?

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• 20. At 6:13pm on 29 Apr 2009, fatdish wrote:

  Who's better looking you Usain Bolt or Tom Fordyce?

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• 21. At 6:18pm on 29 Apr 2009, itsallinthemix wrote:

  How was your unusual running style developed and how did you respond to those coaches etc who didn't think it would break world records?

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• 22. At 6:20pm on 29 Apr 2009, footyfan00 wrote:

  If for some unknown reason you were unable to pursue Track and Field which sport would you have replaced it with? American football like the infamous Dwain Chambers perhaps?

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• 23. At 6:34pm on 29 Apr 2009, kingkenny07 wrote:

  If you had decided to pursue your career running 100m, what sort of times do you think you could have run?

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• 24. At 6:36pm on 29 Apr 2009, simmorg wrote:

  Hi Michael,
  
  When you set the 200m world record at the 1996 Olympics many people felt it would last for many decades. Did you ever think about how long the record would last? When did you start to think that Bolt might get near it and possibly break it? How fast do you think you could have run in 1996 if you hadn't had that hamstring twinge towards the end of the race?

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• 25. At 6:52pm on 29 Apr 2009, Dalgrush wrote:

  Growing up you must have tried all sort of athletics events what was your best field event and what was your PB?

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• 26. At 6:54pm on 29 Apr 2009, samjazzyy1234 wrote:

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• 27. At 7:03pm on 29 Apr 2009, Abbondanzieri_III wrote:

  Do you believe you could have beaten the 100m record in your day?

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• 28. At 7:10pm on 29 Apr 2009, rusti300 wrote:

  Mr Johnson,
  How do you think the W.A.D.A can improve their campaign on drugs in sport and would you like to see a life time ban imposed on the cheats and their coaching staff?
  
  ps-you're the finest American athlete since Walter Payton.A sterling example,keep up the good work sir.
  
  
  

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• 29. At 7:14pm on 29 Apr 2009, 'el terrible' wrote:

  What more can be done to persuade young athletic talents not to head into the direction of other sports where the money pays well?
  
  Is it right for Dwaine Chambers to be banned from competing in certain athletics meetings. He admitted his mistake & served his suspension, surely he should be given an equal opportunity along with with other athletes n the sport?
  

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• 30. At 7:21pm on 29 Apr 2009, ilelolose wrote:

  Hello Micheal
  
  
  What do you have to say about the LETTER written by ATO BOLDEN accusing Maurice Green of drug related offences?
  
  It popular in the Atlethic world that Carl Lewis failed drug test at one point or the other, yet still been regarded as an Olympic Great; what do you have to say about it?
  
  What do you think about the Dwain Chambers and Christine Ohuruogu drug fiasco? Do they both deserve what they have got from the public? Should there offences be seen as similar or different to each other? Does any one of them deserve a second chance?
  
  

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• 31. At 7:23pm on 29 Apr 2009, ilelolose wrote:

  Hello Micheal!
  
  What is your views on the new WADA whereabout drug law? What can you say on the issue as it look the EU wouldn't be backing up the WHEREABOUT law

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• 32. At 8:13pm on 29 Apr 2009, Rhinoswellies wrote:

  How did you develop your unusual style of running and are you surprised that no-one has tried to copy you?
  
  

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• 33. At 8:18pm on 29 Apr 2009, 400sprintboy wrote:

  Bearing in mind, in Atlanta, you virtually had no close competition, and Usain Bolt was chasing your world record in Beijing. Do you think that you could have beaten him at you prime?

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• 34. At 8:28pm on 29 Apr 2009, kidswin22 wrote:

  Hi Micheal,
  
  I was really honered to watch you run and break the records - I thought you did it with a lot more grace than most atheletes.
  
  I was just wondering whatever happened to your gold spikes that you wore in the legend 400m record breaking race - I always thought how apt a record breaker with gold spikes.
  
  Kind regards,
  
  P.

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• 35. At 8:33pm on 29 Apr 2009, Grantham1960 wrote:

  Michael
  
  I think your straight talking, getting to the point and showing no fear or favour are admirable traits. Have you ever been offered and would you ever consider an administrative role in British Athletics? You have a lot more to offer than being a pundit.
  
  Richard

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• 36. At 8:44pm on 29 Apr 2009, Kramnik wrote:

  What were your PRs (personal records) in the weight room?

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• 37. At 8:56pm on 29 Apr 2009, coolguys1953 wrote:

  How long did you train for in a day to be so good?

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• 38. At 8:57pm on 29 Apr 2009, coolguys1953 wrote:

  i fink u r betta than usain bolt!!!!!!!!!

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• 39. At 9:00pm on 29 Apr 2009, ukathleticscoach wrote:

  Hi Michael,
  
  There is a big debate on another athletics board
  
  If Bolt and Bekele raced over 600m, who would cross the line 1st?
  
  Thanks

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• 40. At 9:00pm on 29 Apr 2009, coolguys1953 wrote:

  do u think that if you had the same build as Usain Bolt, that you would be faster than him over 100m and 200m?

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• 41. At 9:29pm on 29 Apr 2009, N0apc1000 wrote:

  When you were in your prime how many hours a day did you train?
  Plus what did your training consist of (i.e how far you ran an what weights excercises you performed), also did you have any particular rules concerning diet? thanks

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• 42. At 9:32pm on 29 Apr 2009, iamhomeless wrote:

  With everyone looking for the slightest advantage, including shoes suitable for just a few races to save weight, do MJ think he could have run faster without his huge gold chain?
  
  

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• 43. At 9:34pm on 29 Apr 2009, sportingpunter wrote:

  Michael,
  
  When did you know you were going to be great? Did you ever consider what you would do if you never made it as an athlete? How should young athletes balance trying to make it in sport with the prospect of failure? I think I am right in saying you did a business degree.
  
  BTW - I watched you run a 200m-300m-400m series in South Africa about 8 years ago. You were awesome even though it was February. How did you stay so close to race condition throughout the year?
  
  

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• 44. At 9:40pm on 29 Apr 2009, Nuttysports wrote:

  Is it true that your heart-rate decreased from resting rate during the first 200m of a 400m sprint?

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• 45. At 10:03pm on 29 Apr 2009, TheresOnlyOneK-Dee wrote:

  Is Usain Bolt the greatest sprinter you have ever seen? If not, who is?

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• 46. At 10:26pm on 29 Apr 2009, brianuk67 wrote:

  Given that you set a tremendous world record at 400m, had great endurance and certainly did not give the appearance of ever staggering over the line in any 400m race I can remember, were you ever tempted to do an Alberto Juantorena and have a crack at 800m at any time ?

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• 47. At 10:31pm on 29 Apr 2009, studlyhungwell wrote:

  sport over the last 100 years has progressed immensley.....tennis players hit the ball harder!.....golfers hit it further!....and many other sports have ascended in terms of quality and tactics.....and sprinters are breaking new records all the time!
  do you see a point when it's no longer possible to run any faster?

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• 48. At 10:33pm on 29 Apr 2009, mayo87 wrote:

  How did you deal with the mental aspects of performing i.e. pressure, expectation, focus etc? Did you have a set routine before competing or did you use psychological strategies/techniques to help you?

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• 49. At 10:36pm on 29 Apr 2009, niral96 wrote:

  This is just a general sports question rather then directly relating to athletics, however you being one of my favorite sports person of all time, i can't think of anyone much better to ask. I am part of a small group of people who has beckers muscular dystrophy and this has hindered me progressing into serious level sport, namely cricket and football. Now i feel like i should leave it behind rather then playing in tits and tats. But there is still nothing i enjoy more then playing sports.
  What advice would you personally give to those in positions such as mine?

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• 50. At 10:41pm on 29 Apr 2009, BenthamBloke wrote:

  Any chance you might consider a comeback on the Veteran/Master's circuit?

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• 51. At 10:47pm on 29 Apr 2009, kenposs wrote:

  Was your unique way of running natural to you or did you develop it throughout your career? If Usain Bolt ran that way would he be faster? I tried it with my arms low down like you do and it seemed as if I was going quicker but didnt have anyone with me to time it.

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• 52. At 10:49pm on 29 Apr 2009, Truth2628 wrote:

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• 53. At 10:53pm on 29 Apr 2009, fortune12 wrote:

  Michael - track and field isn't my sport but you are my all-time sporting hero. At what point in your career did you make a conscious decision to stick with your short knee-lift running style? I'm sure some people must have tried to coach it out of you.

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• 54. At 10:57pm on 29 Apr 2009, TFsound85 wrote:

  What distance are the longest track repeats that a sprinter like you or Bolt would do in training and how many would be done in a session?

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• 55. At 11:01pm on 29 Apr 2009, FutureTrackKing wrote:

  Did you ever wish you had a serious rival in the 400m to push you like the rivalry shared between Jeremy Wariner and Lashawn Merritt over the past few seasons?
  
  If so, do you think you could have broken 43seconds with that extra competitive challenge?

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• 56. At 11:01pm on 29 Apr 2009, pelepedro wrote:

  After your many great victories on the track how did you like to celebrate? Did you like to party or would you savour victory over a nice cup of tea?

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• 57. At 11:05pm on 29 Apr 2009, ForestFanTom wrote:

  If you could have a race between yourself in your prime and Usain in his prime over 400m, who would win?

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• 58. At 11:09pm on 29 Apr 2009, NZSprinter wrote:

  What do you think limited you from going faster than you did ?

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• 59. At 11:14pm on 29 Apr 2009, INloveLIFE wrote:

  Did you ever race over 800m and if so what was your PB?

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• 60. At 11:16pm on 29 Apr 2009, jolshopsatoxfam wrote:

  Micheal,you were the man,no doubt. 96 olympics is arguably the greatest competition/tournament performance ever by any athlete. Congrats.
  
  But tell me about Frankie Fredericks. How do you rate his chances in 2012?
  
  Seriously though, he was great wasn't he.

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• 61. At 11:51pm on 29 Apr 2009, Strongback wrote:

  Michael's achievements are immense, the 200m world record race was so great it seemed unbelievable even surreal.
  
  Michael is my favout pundit on TV and I can see his clear concisely expressed opinions demonstrate an intelligent focused mind.
  
  How much of Michael's success would he attribute to his intelligence and his ability to make good decisions? Did his strength of mind give him a big advantage over his rivals?
  

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• 62. At 00:04am on 30 Apr 2009, allydfc12 wrote:

  If running hadn't worked out for you what other sports, if any, could you have seen yourself doing?

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• 63. At 00:11am on 30 Apr 2009, frostychelseaFc123 wrote:

  Now who says we cant have a memorable 200m event,how about it,Michael Johnson vs Usain Bolt,It would be amazing i know you are quite old but would u ever do it if Usain Bolt Asked U??

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• 66. At 02:55am on 30 Apr 2009, kinglts1 wrote:

  how fast can you run the 100m and 400m now?
  
  do we get to see answers for every question?! or just our own question??

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• 69. At 06:03am on 30 Apr 2009, UKDutchie wrote:

  Hi Michael,
  What did you think when that weird guy on the Corte Madera car park near Chang's China Bistro, asked you, one-time fastest man on the planet, 'if he had seen you on Question of Sport' ? Sorry about that ! I knew exactly who you were, but I don't have a lot of experience meeting VIP's. But you handled it really well ! Like you even more now !

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• 70. At 07:53am on 30 Apr 2009, OCRob21 wrote:

  What is your quickest time in the egg and spoon race?

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• 71. At 09:18am on 30 Apr 2009, ThomThomTiger wrote:

  As a young guy beginning to find your focus and drive, who was you inspiration, both on and off the track? And you can't say 'your parents' or 'The Big Guy Upstairs.'

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• 72. At 09:47am on 30 Apr 2009, robintdh wrote:

  Your highly unorthodox running style was once compared to Forrest Gump? Who would you like to star in a movie about you and would you want to coach the actor how to run like you??!!

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• 73. At 10:16am on 30 Apr 2009, daley_thomson_jr wrote:

  The American Track and Field dominate most global competitions and are always very high up in regards to world rankings. What do the UK need to do to improve the performances of their athletes. Does our system need changing?

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• 74. At 10:55am on 30 Apr 2009, amps17 wrote:

  Was there ever a time that you regreted your career choice as a sprinter, due to the controlled lifestyle you must have to lead? Did you ever get the feeling that you were missing out?

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• 75. At 10:57am on 30 Apr 2009, Tree wrote:

  How much support did you get from your family when you first started athletics? Were there any members of your family that gave you the inspiration to succeed as well as you have? Or was it more about the influence of athletes of that time for you?

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• 76. At 11:12am on 30 Apr 2009, HLasher wrote:

  What is the fasted time you thought you could run e.g. sub 19secends for 200 & sub 43seconds for 400?

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• 77. At 11:17am on 30 Apr 2009, joshf33 wrote:

  do you watch twenty20 cricket at all and do you think this format of the game could make it in america?

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• 78. At 11:17am on 30 Apr 2009, GoldenCockerel wrote:

  What do you make of the current state of British sprinting? Do you think we could be doing more to turn promising youngsters into professional athletes who can compete on the world stage. Our current crop seem to think they have made it to the big time already but have actually achieved nothing.

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• 79. At 11:18am on 30 Apr 2009, gingerboy99 wrote:

  Do you feel like an honorary Brit? & Have the USA fallen out of love with Track & Field?

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• 80. At 11:23am on 30 Apr 2009, Matgall wrote:

  I see that Welsh athelete Chris Gowell, one of Britain's 800m hopefuls for the 2012 Olympics, has thrived since entering Baylor University (your former institution) on a shcolarship in January. Do you think the US' collegiate circuit is now likely to attract further British talent?

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• 81. At 12:21pm on 30 Apr 2009, Danny_A_R_Cox wrote:

  Michael, I have a lot of respect for you as an athletics commentator where you show great technical expertise and good un-bias opinions. As such I was wondering how you ended up working for the BBC and not one of the big American networks? Whatever the reason I'm glad you're on our team.

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• 82. At 1:09pm on 30 Apr 2009, AllanKirui wrote:

  A lot of sportsmen's fitness and physical health seems to nosedive once they retire, but you still seem to be in pretty good shape.
  
  1) Do you still train?
  2) Has your body suffered due to the intense training that you put it through during your running career? i.e. any niggling injuries, or worn out ligaments etc
  3) What is the secret to ensuring that you still maintain a healthy physical wellbeing during and after an athletics (sporting) career?

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• 83. At 3:36pm on 30 Apr 2009, Robinz28 wrote:

  What effect do you think the clear had on your performance

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