“Just Like Track and Field”- Usain Bolt Draws Similarities Between His Career and Esports Stars
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The Esports community continues to grow at a rapid pace. The pandemic has seen a worldwide surge of interest in gaming and it is reaching its peak now. So much so, that it has prompted Usain Bolt to join hands with Wylde to promote gaming and help players to take part in competitions. While talking about his involvement with the company, Bolt expressed his love for video games.
Just like he practices on the track, he talked about similar efforts in terms of preparations for gaming events. Sport is all about winning and that is what has influenced his new venture with this new company.
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Usain Bolt explains gaming and sports
Drawing parallels between both, he talked about focusing hard and training to become a better player or an athlete. He points out how there are hardly any differences between the two as he loves gaming because of its competitiveness. Investing in a company that would help the gaming community is something he has always wanted to be involved in. Proving his love for gaming, he opened up on the similarities between the two in a recent interview.
Track Legend Usain Bolt Steps into Esports World With His Own Team
“If you’re very competitive, gaming is for you, trust me. Just like track and field, I had to work hard, and I had to make sure I stay on top of things. So it’s the same thing with sports and gaming. You have to be focused, ready at all times, practice, and just stay on your grind every day.
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“Just to get better and just to get to that high level which everybody should aim for. If you want to be the greatest, it’s about pushing yourself. Pushing the limits. Pushing the barrier,” said Bolt.
Aims of Wylde
The company focuses on sending its Esports teams to various tournaments to compete. Right now, they send teams for Rocket League, Fifa, and other competitions. With the gaming industry booming at an unprecedented rate, Bolt’s involvement will only further speed up its development and reach.
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It’s time for the Fastest Man on the planet to join the fastest growing sport in the world, Esport.
This is my team, this is WYLDE.
Follow @wylde_gg #GOWYLDE ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/XlsAd7DViU— Usain St. Leo Bolt (@usainbolt) March 29, 2022
He also spoke about how he wants to invest in brands that can have a future. Usain Bolt always invests in ventures that he feels are reliable and sustainable for the future. With a clear vision and ideology, he has officially entered the gaming world and we can’t wait to see his effect in the esports industry.
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