USA TODAY Sports
RIO DE JANEIRO – American sprinter Mike Rodgers blasted Olympic track and field judges over their decision to disqualify the United States from the 4x100 meters relay final on Friday night after the team had crossed the line in bronze-medal position.
“It seems kind of (expletive) to be honest with you,” said Rodgers, who ran the first leg before handing off to Justin Gatlin. “I don’t understand it.”
The U.S. squad was visibly confused once it got the news of its elimination several minutes after the race, which was comfortably won by Jamaica – anchored by Usian Bolt.