Athletics News Ja’Kobe Tharp: The World-Record Holder Who Powers His Races with Two CheeseburgersBy Ethan RileyJuly 22, 2026 Ja’Kobe Tharp, the world-record holding sprinter, credits his unique pre-race ritual of eating two cheeseburgers for his success. The New York Times explores how this unusual habit fuels his record-breaking performances.