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Kerley aims to be running hot for Melbourne 200m race

Fred Kerley is expecting to break the 20-second barrier in the 200m at the Maurie Plant meet. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

US sprint superstar Fred Kerley has no interest in dampening expectations ahead of his season opener, boldly declaring his intention to break 20 seconds for the 200m at the Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne on Thursday.

The reigning 100m world champion and Tokyo Olympics silver medallist is the star attraction for the annual meet, which has been elevated in status to World Continental Tour Gold level in 2023.

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