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Powell, Richards take home wins in Oslo

Associated Press

Friday, July 3, 2009

OSLO -- Asafa Powell overcame a poor start to win the 100 meters in a photo finish at the Bislett Games on Friday, but fell short of clocking his 50th time under 10 seconds. The former world record-holder from Jamaica finished strongly to win in 10.07 seconds, with runner-up Daniel Bailey of Antigua given the same time. "I didn't feel as strong as I normally do," Powell said. "I didn't get a great start. I was way behind. I got to the front somehow, but I didn't finish as strong as normal. But ...

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