‘Thank you for believing in me’: Asafa Powell’s emotional farewell to Stephen Francis

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July 6, 2026

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‘Thank you for believing in me’: Asafa Powell’s emotional farewell to Stephen Francis

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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Retired sprint icon Asafa Powell has paid an emotional tribute to his longtime coach, Stephen Francis, following the legendary track mentor’s death.

Francis died late Saturday, one day after celebrating his 64th birthday.

READ: Stephen Francis, legendary Jamaican track coach, has died

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