Alonso Edward is most famous for his 2nd place finish at the 2009 World Championships 200m behind Usain Bolt. That 19.81 is obviously a National Record for his home country of Panama. He also has a 10.02 100m PB set last year to his credit.
In fact, he is pictured on the cover of my book, The Rocket Sprint Start (2011). Maybe I’ll send him my book :)
His full name is Alonso Reno Edward Henry, and he is often referred to Alonso Edwards in the media (with the extra ‘s’, like Jonathan Edwards)
L or R: Ramon Clay, Maurie Plant with Alonso Edward – in Sydney, March 2015
Photo Credits: Mike Hurst
Alonso’s agent is now retired USA’s Ramon Clay, who also boasts a 20.05 200m set in 2001.
Currently, Alonso Edward is training in Australia and Mike Hurst had a chance to interview him, along with Ramon.
The podcast has a lot of training tips, including his secret workouts, the infamous toe drag, and if he plans to switch allegiance. Below is a video of Alonso’s start. Check it out.
Listen carefully when he talks about the “day in the life”… starts at 9:30am to avoid the Florida heat, and doesn’t end until he finishes his weight session at 3:30pm. Part-time athletes produce Part-time results. Alonso Edward is certainly not a part time athlete.
L or R: Ramon Clay and Alonso Edward – in Sydney, March 2015
Photo Credits: Mike Hurst
Interview with Alonso Edward
Presenter: Mike Hurst
Broadcast Date: March 2015
Duration: 24:50
File Size: 47.7 Mb
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