🏃♂️Michael Johnson and Donovan Bailey were the stars of track and field in the mid-90s.
💰Their rivalry led to a million-dollar race to determine the world's fastest man.
🏆Donovan Bailey ultimately won the race and claimed the title of the world's fastest man.
🇺🇸Michael Johnson was considered the next Jesse Owens and dominated the 200 and 400-meter events.
🇨🇦Donovan Bailey was known as the king of the 100-meter dash and held a successful trip to the 1995 World Championships in Sweden.
Who won the race between Michael Johnson and Donovan Bailey?
—Donovan Bailey won the race and claimed the title of the world's fastest man.
Did Michael Johnson fake his injury in the race?
—There is debate about whether Michael Johnson faked his injury, but he appeared genuinely injured and missed most of the next season.
What events did Michael Johnson and Donovan Bailey compete in?
—Michael Johnson dominated the 200 and 400-meter events, while Donovan Bailey was known for the 100-meter dash.
What was the prize for winning the race?
—The winner of the race between Michael Johnson and Donovan Bailey received a million-dollar prize.
Did their rivalry continue after the race?
—No, a rematch was not scheduled and their rivalry faded over time.
00:00In the mid-90s, Michael Johnson and Donovan Bailey were the stars of track and field.
08:45They both held world records and were known as the world's fastest men.
12:32A million-dollar race was organized to determine the world's fastest man.
12:59Donovan Bailey won the race and claimed the title of the world's fastest man.
13:45Michael Johnson was considered the next Jesse Owens and dominated the 200 and 400-meter events.
15:05Donovan Bailey was known as the king of the 100-meter dash and had a successful trip to the 1995 World Championships.
