Story highlights Gatlin won 100m gold at IAAF World ChampionshipsAmerican beat Usain Bolt on Jamaican's farewellWorld champion twice banned for doping(CNN) American sprinter Justin Gatlin has accused the media of sensationalizing his rivalry with eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt. The 35-year-old secured a surprise victory in the men's 100m final at IAAF World Championships on Saturday, beating crowd favorite Bolt on his final individual race before retirement. Gatlin, who has twice been banned for doping offenses, was booed every time he was introduced to the crowd at the London Stadium before the 100m heats, semifinals and final. Spectators again jeered once it was clear that the 2004 Olympic champion had won gold and ruined Bolt's farewell. JUST WATCHED World stars bid farewell to Usain Bolt Replay More Videos ... MUST WATCH World stars bid farewell to Usain Bolt 02:33Read More

Source: CNN August 07, 2017 10:52 UTC