Usain Bolt. Judging by the outpouring of love and affection he received it probably has to be him but the achievements of Wayde van Niekerk should not be overlooked. He came within 0.03sec of a 200m and 400m double despite clearly being exhausted after six punishing races. Hero the Mascot deserves an honourable mention too for keeping the crowd gasping and laughing during quieter moments. Sean Ingle
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