Gout Gout on his sudden rise to fame: 'It's definitely surreal' – video

The 17-year-old Australian sprinter is faster than Usain Bolt was at the same age. His spectacular performances and gleaming grin have swamped social media. And he has been promoted by his sponsor as well as World Athletics as one of the faces of the 2025 World Athletics Championships. The Australian sprint sensation charmed the international media ahead of his senior competition debut in the 200m at the Tokyo showpiece

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