Johnson exploded off his starting blocks with more than his usual ferocity, and by ten metres there was daylight between him and the remaining seven. BNCB
The major innovation was the use of starting blocks which resulted in not one single false start in the 500m and 1km races, establishing a new standard for sprint regatta courses. BNCB
As soon as he left the starting blocks it was clear to me he was going to win. BNCB