Track and Field superstar Usain Bolt looks set to be heading to the Commonwealth Games next year in Australia.
Reports are that negotiations started with the eight time Olympic champion to be in attendance at the event following his retirement from the track at the end of the IAAF World Championships recently in London. His presence in the Gold Coast during the April 4 to 15 event would be a coup for the organizers.
The track and field legends presence will possibly be in an ambassadorial role.
The games organizers say Bolt draws a massive audience wherever he goes and will ensure the eyes of the world are on the coast during the games next year.
Organizing Committee Chairman Peter Beattie could not confirm Bolt’s visit but said organizers would be delighted if he was present.
Beattie revealed that CEO Mark Peters has been involved in discussions over a period of time but announcements have to be made and that will be done at the appropriate time.
Peters in his response says discussions are continuing with Bolts management around an involvement with the Games.
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