World record (still standing): 9.76 – Usain Bolt, Seoul, 2007

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World Record in the Still Stand: Usain Bolt’s Historic 9.76m Sprint in Seoul, 2007 On July 27, 2007, in Seoul, South Korea, sprinter Usain Bolt etched his name into elite athletics history—and the record books—by posting a breathtaking 9.76 seconds for the 100-meter dash. This performance marked the establishment of the first official world record for Bolt, and it remains a defining moment in the legacy of the fastest man on earth. ### A Glacier of Speed: The Record Details Usain Bolt crossed the finish line at Seoul’s Olympic Stadium with a blistering time of 9.76 seconds—a testament to raw power, flawless technique, and unparalleled athleticism. This time not only secured the world record but also signaled the arrival of a new standard in sprinting. Bolt became the first athlete to break the 10-second barrier on the track (later refining to under 9.6, but 9.76 in Seoul remains a benchmark for his era) and held the fastest 100m time of his streak until faster runs later that year.