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Bolt laughed and pointed at Andre De Grasse as they crossed the finish line on Wednesday night. Both automatically qualified for the final on Thursday, running clear ahead of their competitors.

The 26-year-old from Markham, Ont., posted a time of 19.62 seconds in the 200-metre final on Wednesday at Olympic Stadium in Tokyo, capturing the one medal that had eluded him until now: gold.

Image of the Week: Canada's 200-metre gold medallist, recumbent in glory

And the Canadian couldn't help but laugh, too.

Questions and answers about the world's next sprint king

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It was Andre de Grasse’s time. After years of living in the shadows of and falling just short to Jamaica’s Usain Bolt, de Grasse broke through in the men’s 200 meters Wednesday at the Tokyo O…

The Olympic 200 metre final field is set with Canada’s Andre De Grasse expected to take a starring role just as...

Andre De Grasse is a Canadian sprinter and Olympic bronze medalist. He was born on November 10, 1994, in Scarborough, Ontario. He grew up in Markham, Ontario, where he attended Milliken Mills High School. […]

Bolt laughed and pointed at Andre De Grasse as they crossed the finish line on Wednesday night. Both automatically qualified for the final on Thursday, running clear ahead of their competitors.

In undoubtedly the most heated 100m final among the leaders of the present generation, and possibly the strongest field in...

Sprinter Andre De Grasse and decathlete Pierce LePage are among the top Canadian track and field stars who have withdrawn from competing at the upcoming Commonwealth Games.

It would be unwise to suggest Friday’s golen 4x100-metre relay at the Paris Olympics was seven-time medallist Andre De Grasse's last moment on the Olympic stage. But if so, millions of Canadians will always remember the moments he provided over three Olympic Games.

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With his raw speed and power on track, Andre De Grasse became one of the most deserving heroes to Canadian fans. His travels from a Scarborough, Ontario, to the highest level as a three-time Olympic medalist prove his grit and where he has landed. Here, we will explore his path to excellence, his time at the Olympics, and the legacy he left in Canada and worldwide. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Andre De Grasse (@de6rasse) Background and Early Career Bio & Athletic Background Andre De Grasse was born on the 10th of November in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada. The multi-sport athlete first found success playing for his high school, Milliken Mills High School, but with an early desire to play basketball. However, when UC's basketball program cancellation marked his final year, De Grasse was placed in a difficult place. When he was 17, just for fun, he went to a regional high school track meet in borrowed spikes and baggy basketball shorts. That impromptu decision was the beginning of his running career. Recognized by coach Tony Sharpe, De Grasse switched from basketball to track and field in quick order before parlaying his performance at the NCAA Championships with a pair of wins (100m & 200m) occurring just over three-quarters of an hour apart into a scholarship offer to run for the University of Southern California (USC). Rise to Prominence De Grasse's ascent was as meteoric. His gold medals at the Pan Am Games in Toronto were a triumph and brought him wider recognition after double victories over 100m and 200. Late in the year, his four World Championships performances confirmed he was one of athletics' leading lights with bronzes in both 100m and on the last leg of the relay. This paved the way, and soon, he made his Olympic debut in 2016. Olympic Performances Rio 2016: A Historic Debut De Grasse made his Olympic debut at the 2016 Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro and did so with a splash. That made him the first Canadian sprinter to medal in all three events: 100-metre bronze, 200 silver, and another relay bronze for the part of a sextet that included anchor Prior Osei. The 9.91-second run in the 100m final was a personal best. The three medals that De Grasse won in Rio not only helped him become a household name across Canada and beyond. The nation honored him for his Olympic successes, which they celebrated nationally, and he was named their Male Athlete of the Year. Tokyo 2020: Keep Up With the Great Work The Tokyo 2020 Games were held in the summer of 2021 due to a postponement caused by COVID-19. He then broke two national records among others, first contacting in for gold over 200m with a PB and Canadian record of 19.62 seconds before also setting his lifetime best at the distance (9.89) over half the event. He was also an important part of the 4x100m relay, which saw Canada stripped initially of a bronze medal after British team captain Dwain Chambers tested positive for designer steroid THG. His Tokyo performances further solidify his status as one of the premier sprinters in the world. De Grasse's clutch performances, rapid times, and crafty racing skills have made him a force on the track. Ultimately, his training has defined Lee's success with strength and conditioning work combined with mental preparation techniques. Impact and Legacy Inspiring the Next Generation Andre De Grasse's accomplishments have reshaped what is possible in track and field in Canada. His success was the ultimate inspiration for thousands of budding young sprinters and athletes. Encouraging young people to take part in sports and grow through education has become the core driver for his foundation, which provides Canadian youth with a network of support and access in athletics. Ultimately, his transformation from problem child to Olympic champion is a powerful reminder that some kids need an opportunity and someone pushing them with everything they have. His outspokenness as a mentor and promoter of youth sports has only enhanced his reputation as an icon. National Emblem/ Face and Voice De Grasse is Canada's most accomplished male summer Olympic medalist and the latest face of Canadian sprinting excellence. His accomplishments have brought new levels of excitement to track and field in Canada, creating a generation of young athletes following his example. De Grasse's winning personality and charisma make him a fan favorite in Canada and internationally. Furthermore, his accomplishments have helped Canadian athletes gain more international awareness. De Grasse has done a lot to put Canadian sprinting on the map, and with each of his performances, he helps lend credence to that notion. He serves as an inspiration to athletes of all types and sports, managing well into his fourth decade on the planet with a consummate combination of grit and grace through which he embodies what it means to be a long-lasting performer.

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The Jamaican and Canadian sprinters will meet again in the final.

Canada’s Andre De Grasse won the bronze medal in the men’s 100 metres at Tokyo 2020, a repeat of his performance in the same race in Rio 2016