EDITORS — With the Tokyo Olympics postponed for a year because of the coronavirus pandemic, The Associated Press is looking back at the history of the Summer Games.
This story ran Aug. 5, 2012. It was written by Howard Fendrich, who remains a top AP sports writer.By HOWARD FENDRICHAssociated PressLONDON — Lining up for the Olympic 100-meter final, Usain Bolt wrapped up his signature prerace preening by lifting a finger to his lips.Shhhhhhh.Time to silence the critics.He might not be better than ever.