Adding fuel to the fire was the commentary of Dwight Stones, a former Olympic medalist turned broadcaster. While Stones possesses an undeniable knowledge of the sport, his delivery style and often opinionated remarks have drawn criticism from viewers. Some viewers found his commentary to be lacking in enthusiasm and insight, failing to capture the excitement of the events unfolding on the track.<\/p>\n

However, it was Stones’ remarks about Nigerian sprinter Tobi Amusan, the reigning world record holder in the 100m hurdles, that sparked the most outrage. During the event’s final, Stones appeared to question the accuracy of the timing system after Amusan posted an astonishing time in the semifinals. Although he later walked back his comments, the damage was done. Fans accused him of bias and disrespect, accusing him of undermining the achievements of athletes, particularly those of African descent. <\/p>\n