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Prince Harry races Usain Bolt during visit to Jamaica

Popular culture
7 March, 2012

Despite Jamaican prime minister Portia Simpson Miller declaring that she wants Jamaica to break away from England and the monarchy, Prince Harry still seemed relaxed during his visit to the Island. So relaxed he found time to challenge 100m and 200m Olympic Gold Champion, Usain Bolt to a race.

After the race the Prince did Usain’s signature pose, the lightening bolt.

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