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Asafa Powell, retired sprinter, shares his journey into coaching. Powell retired in 2022 and now works as a high-performance sprint consultant. He aims to honor his late mentor, Stephen Francis, by coaching athletes worldwide.
Powell reflects on his time with Francis, who passed away in July. Francis' coaching methods influenced Powell's sprinting technique, which he now aims to pass on. Powell acknowledges the unique learning styles of each athlete. Read more racing coverage.
Powell believes current sprinters need more consistency. He suggests they should focus less on chasing fast times and more on their performance. Powell's own career was marked by consistency, a skill he hopes to impart to his students. Related: Former European Champion Ciara Mageean Dies at 34.
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Former sprinter Asafa Powell discusses his coaching career and tribute to his late mentor. Asafa Powell, retired sprinter, shares his journey into coaching. Powell retired in 2022 and now works as a high-performance sprint consultant. He aims to honor his late mentor, Stephen Francis, by coaching athletes worldwide.
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Runner World published this brief on November 3, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated November 3, 2026.
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