IShowSpeed gets training offer from Usain Bolt, plans private coaching session
IShowSpeed was left in shock after Olympic sprinting legend Usain Bolt offered to privately train the popular YouTuber and streamer.
During a livestream on May 30, 2025, while traveling through Europe for the Champions League, Speed revealed a direct message from Bolt offering coaching.
The eight-time Olympic gold medalist told Speed via Instagram, 'I'm retired now, so I'm not running, but I can coach you to go faster. You're already fast, but everybody wants to be faster, right?' Speed, visibly excited, responded with a voice message, 'Alright, bet, let's lock that training session in. Usain Bolt, I love you.'
IShowSpeed, known for high-energy content and athletic stunts, has challenged top-tier athletes before. In the past, he raced Olympic sprinter Noah Lyles in a $100,000 footrace and engaged in banter with NFL star Tyreek Hill and footballer Alphonso Davies. Although he lost the Lyles race, Speed's confidence hasn't wavered.
Speed has also rubbed shoulders with sports icons including Kevin Durant, Tom Brady, and Sunisa Lee, even appearing alongside them in brand campaigns. His recent announcement of a new YouTube Premium series titled Speed Goes Pro will showcase him competing with elite athletes, making Bolt's offer a timely boost to his training journey.
The viral moment adds to Speed's growing list of celebrity interactions and cements his position as one of the most athletic and talked-about creators in digital media.
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