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Usain Bolt is back in the global headlines this week but for reasons far from the Olympic track. According to multiple Jamaican outlets and international sports media, the sprinter’s renowned business venture Tracks and Records, his flagship restaurant in Montego Bay, was gutted by a major fire in the early hours of Saturday morning. First responders from the Jamaica Fire Brigade arrived to find flames tearing through the upper story, which houses the dining room, bar, restrooms, and office space. Officials led by Acting Superintendent Oneil Kerr told the Jamaican Gleaner that fortunately, Bolt’s staff on duty downstairs escaped unharmed. Investigators are combing through the debris to determine whether the blaze was linked to the widespread electrical outages in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, but the exact cause remains undetermined. Kerr openly cautioned local businesses to have electricians inspect systems before reconnecting to the grid after hurricane stress, underscoring the larger safety implications for Jamaica as it recovers.
Bolt himself has not made a public statement directly addressing the restaurant fire, but social media buzz intensified after video clips surfaced of him transporting hurricane relief supplies for devastated communities. Multiple posts on Instagram and X show Bolt helping out as part of the World Central Kitchen initiative, amplifying praise for his philanthropic efforts locally. Amid the devastation, both his fans and Montego Bay regulars expressed support, calling the loss of Tracks and Records a painful blow not just to Bolt’s portfolio but to the heart of the city’s entertainment scene.
In parallel, Bolt broke his media silence to comment on Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz football squad and their failure to qualify automatically for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bolt publicly criticized the team’s lack of dedication in a hotel speech and a viral interview with content creator Dutty Berry, blaming the lackluster performance on some players “not caring” enough, especially after several players were spotted partying immediately following the disappointing draw against Curacao. The comments ignited debate across Jamaican media, with many backing Bolt’s take as a needed reality check for elite athletes.
A less cheerful note from the sports legend’s camp: in an interview picked up by AOL, Usain admitted that due to a ruptured Achilles tendon last year, he can no longer run or even walk up stairs, focusing now on gym workouts for health. This quietly marks a painful evolution in the athletic superstar’s life—off the track perhaps for good, with Bolt channeling energy into business, charity, and outspoken leadership.
All this means Usain Bolt remains as relevant off the track as he was on it, whether appearing as a humanitarian on social media, a business mogul facing crisis, or a nation’s sporting conscience.
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