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Manchester comes alive again.
Usain Bolt ready for tears as retirement nears
Usain Bolt, the gangly Trelawny boy born with scoliosis who grew into the greatest sprinter of all time, has two months left in his track career.
Still, Bolt envisions his career ending at worlds in London, a place he has called a second home. He has the 100m final on Aug. 5 and the 4x100m relay Aug. 12.
Bolt is quick to say he has never cried at a race.
The 30-year-old London 2012 gold medallist recorded 8.18m in his final jump to win ahead of Uruguay's Emiliano Lasa (7.96m).
Holly Bradshaw set a new British women's pole vault record of 4.80m.
There was a minute's silence before the event for the victims of Monday's attack in the city.
Twenty-two people were killed and another 116 were injured by a suicide bomber as the crowd left a performance by US singer Ariana Grande at the Manchester Arena.
The Great City Games, which is staged in the city centre, was given the go-ahead by council and police on Tuesday.
Rutherford hails a 'special' Manchester
Friday's competition was the first major event in Manchester since the attack and drew thousands to a sunny Deansgate and Albert Square.
The latter, which three days ago hosted a vigil for those who lost their lives in the attack, was the scene for a stellar display from Rutherford.
His jump of 8.08m in his second attempt had already ensured victory before his final effort, which saw him extend his lead further.
"It's been absolutely amazing to get you all out here in support of us," said Rutherford afterwards. "It's been an incredibly difficult week for everybody and I'm so pleased we can come here and give you something to smile about and enjoy.
"Manchester is one of my favourite cities in the world to go to. I love it for the football and I love it for all you guys getting behind us in sport.
"It truly is a special place."
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