1. In 1936, Jesse Owens held the world record in the 100 meters.

2. 9 He emulated the feat of the legendary athlete Jesse Owens.

3. 19 He emulated the feat of the legendary athlete Jesse Owens.

4. 30 Rogge later praised Bolt's accomplishments by comparing Bolt to legendary American sprinter Jesse Owens.

5. Jesse Owens, on the other hand, ran on cinders, the ash from burnt wood, and that soft surface stole far more energy from his legs as he ran.