Sixth: Richard Thompson (Trinidad and Tobago)—While it isn’t his pet event, Thompson has performed very strongly in the 200 meters throughout this year. He finished a close second behind Dix at the NCAA Championships, and has a best time of 20.18 seconds.
If Thompson recovers well after the 100 meters, he is also capable of challenging for a medal in the 200 at Beijing.
Seventh: Brendan Christian (Antigua and Barbuda)—Christian isn’t a big name in the world of athletics at present, but he could make a name for himself with a strong showing in Beijing.
He has been performing well over 200 meters throughout this season and has a personal best time of 20.12 seconds. He may not challenge for a medal but would be happy to make it into the final.
Eighth: Churandy Martina (Netherlands Antilles)—Martina finished fifth in this event at the 2007 World Championships, so he has the credentials to make a finals berth in Beijing a reality.
He has a best time this year of 20.17, which is unlikely to challenge for a medal. However, Martina should still be in the mix if he can reach peak form in Beijing.
Other Semi-Finalists:
Francis Obikwelu (Portugal)—The veteran runner may be past his prime but is still strong enough to challenge for a place in the final.
Marvin Anderson (Jamaica)—Sixth in the final at last years World Championships. He will only make the final if he is in top form.
Brian Dzingai (Zimbabwe)—Has had great results this year and should come close to reaching the final.
Paul Hession (Ireland)—Had a great result recently, where he finished in third place behind Bolt and Spearmon at a meet in London. Could surprise and make the final.
Christian Malcolm (UK)—The British runner is always thereabouts in the major meets, however may be past his best form.
Marlon Devonish (UK)—The veteran couldn’t compete at this event at the UK Championships, but he should put up a strong performance at the Olympics.
Anastasios Gousis (Greece)—Made the final in this event at the World Championships last year but may find the competition a little harder in Beijing.
Christopher Williams (Jamaica)—His experience should see him perform well; however will have to be in peak form to make the final.
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