The "100 Metres" is a sprint race in track and field, where athletes run a straight distance of 100 meters. It is one of the most popular events in competitions like the Olympics and World Athletics Championships. The race is known for its explosive speed and is often considered the benchmark for measuring sprinting ability. Runners start from a crouched position in starting blocks, and the race is completed on a straight track. The fastest athletes in this event are often referred to as the "fastest people in the world," with records set by sprinters like Usain Bolt.