This is another proud moment for Jamaica, another demonstration that we can succeed at whatever we put our hearts to. Usain Bolt is a testimony to what successes we can achieve through discipline and hard work. Asafa is no less as he, too, despite his injuries, has done exceptionally well. We are proud of them both.

- Prime Minister Bruce Golding

Our hearts are full today as we watched Usain and Asafa fly the Jamaican flag high at the World Championships and secure Jamaica's place in history as the sprint capital of the world.

- Opposition Leader Portia Simpson Miller

I'm happy he got it. I'm so happy. I'm happy he ran 9.5 because I knew he could do it.

- Tyson Gay

I'm so excited about Usain's run tonight, it is great to be part of this. Usain showed us that it is possible.

- Asafa Powell

It hasn't dawned on me what has happened yet. All I saw was the clock stop at 9.58. (Bolt) is an exceptional talent.

- Dwain Chambers