60 metre world indoor sprint champion Richard Kilty has challenged Arsenal pair Theo Walcott and Hector Bellerin to a race worth £30,000.
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A recent article in the Metro claimed that Bellerin can run faster than Usain Bolt over 40 metres, and the athlete has hit out at this. He has challenged both the Spaniard and his teammate to a race, with the winner taking home £30,000 from the loser. Walcott was not involved in the report which claimed 100m and 200m world record holder Usain Bolt was slower than the Gunners’ right-back, but is well known for his pace.
With athletics stars earning far less than footballers, this is a big claim from the sprinter. However, it is unlikely that either footballer will take up the offer, knowing that a professional runner is likely to be quicker than them.
Do you think either of the Arsenal aces could have a chance against the sprint champion?
media claiming @HectorBellerin can run 4.42 over 40m. Absolutely no way. Are these journalists complete morons!
— Richard Kilty (@RKilty1) April 14, 2015
I will put £30,000 on the line to race @HectorBellerin & @theowalcott any sprint distance, any time, any place, anywhere
— Richard Kilty (@RKilty1) April 14, 2015
The race will be over very quick. So if they put their money down I will gladly show everyone they can not sprint as fast as the media claim — Richard Kilty (@RKilty1) April 14, 2015