He also helped the island win the 400 - meter relay gold at the 2008 Olympics .
Powell was the last man to hold the 100 - meter world record before teammate Usain Bolt broke it in 2008 .
Powell also helped the island win the 400 - meter relay gold at the 2008 Olympics .
Powell was the last man to hold the 100 - meter world record before teammate Usain Bolt broke it in 2008 .