Chapter 660: Stars Retire in Continuity
Chapter 660: Stars Retire in Continuity
In fact, many people understand that Wariner withdrew from the 400m race. After all, his performance has declined a lot in recent years. His sudden burst in the past two years was just to accumulate enough strength to make a impact in the Olympics.
But he placed all his hopes on this Olympics, but the result was not satisfactory. He didn't even make it into the top five, which was a huge blow to him.
Varina sat on the sofa, watching other players running on the field, his heart filled with regret and unwillingness.
He recalled his past glorious moments, and those trophies and honors seemed to still flash before his eyes. But now, he could only watch others succeed silently.
At this moment, Varina's phone rang. He took out his phone and saw a text message from the flower grower: "Brother, don't be discouraged. Everyone knows your strength. You just lost this track. There is more than one track in life. Let's work hard together in the future!"
Varina read the message and felt a little warm in his heart. Although the two had only met a few times, they got along very well. Varina also admired and respected him very much and replied: "Thank you my friend!" He put down the phone, took a deep breath, and looked at the court with a firm gaze.
The IAAF and World Athletics also reviewed Wariner's 400m career on their front page headlines:
Jeremy Mathew Wariner's major achievements in the 400m event are very significant. He is one of the best 400m track and field athletes after the famous American track and field athlete Michael Johnson. His brilliant achievements in his career include:
奥运会荣誉:在2004年雅典奥运会上,瓦里纳获得了田径男子400米和4x400米接力的冠军,成为双冠王。在2008年燕京奥运会上,他再次获得了4x400米接力的冠军,并在400米项目中获得了亚军。
World Championships honors: Wariner won the 2005m event at the 400 World Athletics Championships in Helsinki, becoming the world champion.
个人最佳成绩:瓦里纳在2007年的日本大阪田径大奖赛上创造了个人最佳成绩,他以43秒45的成绩轻松夺得男子400米冠军。这一成绩使他成为人类400米历史上第三个跑进43秒50大关的运动员,并并列历史第四。
In addition, Wariner has won many championships in other IAAF Golden Leagues and Athletics Grand Prix, including the 2005m championship at the 400 US Track and Field Championships and multiple championships at the 2006 IAAF Golden League.
Wariner's career was full of glory and honor. He was an important member of the US track and field team and one of the top 400m athletes in the world. His withdrawal from the 400m track was undoubtedly a huge loss for the US track and field team. But his greatest achievement was that he proved to white people that they could compete with black people on this track.
We will never see the black and white duo of LaShawn Merritt and Wariner competing for the championship in the 400-meter race again.
Wariner retired from the 400-meter track. He also knew that this old friend who had been entangled with him for an era would not be far away, perhaps after this Olympics.
Perhaps, after this Olympics, another superstar will fall from the altar and return to ordinary life.
Yes, those glorious moments on the track and field are always unforgettable, and the black and white duel between LaShawn Merritt and Varina has become a classic in the hearts of countless people. Every start and every sprint of theirs is like a moving picture, leaving a deep impression in people's minds.
However, as time goes by, heroes will eventually grow old, and the former glory will gradually fade away. Wariner has decided to retire from the 400-meter track. He knows that he is no longer young and his body cannot withstand high-intensity training and competition. His old friend LaShawn Merritt is facing the same dilemma.
Although LaShawn Merritt chose to continue to persevere, he still fought hard on the field and worked hard for his dream.
However, under the general trend, more young people have grown up, such as Lyles, Cherry, Ross, Norman, etc. These young people will eventually replace their positions.
Thinking about the vigorous appearance of these young people, Varina couldn't help but think of two young men far away in the East and South Africa.
"Although these young players in our country are very strong and have their own very good abilities, is this enough?"
Zhao Yun reached the pinnacle of his career right after his debut. He won two gold medals in his first World Championships appearance. His performances have been getting better and better, and more amazing each time. Now he has become the undisputed king of the 400-meter race.
Van Niekerk is no less impressive. This South African sprinting genius is full of expectations and surprises every time he appears. His speed is so fast that people almost forget to breathe, as if time has stopped under his feet. And his perseverance is even more awe-inspiring. Especially the historical records he created are daunting.
Zhao Yun and Van Niekerk have gradually emerged in the international arena. As the best in the world track and field today, their strength and condition have reached the peak. In previous competitions, they have broken world records many times and demonstrated their extraordinary strength.
Their performances have shown people the strength and potential of the new generation of athletes. They not only have excellent physical qualities, but also have extremely high competitive and psychological qualities. In the competition, they are always able to calmly deal with various situations and play their best.
"In the Olympics, can Norman, Cherry and others withstand the impact of Zhao Yun and Van Niekerk? Old guy LaShawn Merritt has lost to Zhao Yun so many times, can he make a comeback in this Olympics?" Varina couldn't help but worry about these rising stars and old friends of his country.
"There are too many heroes in this era. This is a great era for track and field. Old heroes have not retired, and new heroes are rising. This is an era of passionate collision." Varina thought, perhaps this is the charm of sports.
The alternation of the old and the new and constant competition can promote the continuous development of this sport. He looks forward to the wonderful performance of these young people in the Olympics and wishes them good results.
At the same time, Varina also decided to pass on his experience to the younger generation, hoping that his experience can help these young players grow and hope that they can let their country's flag fly in the sky above the Olympics.
The Olympics are still a few months away, so fortunately there is still time.
I will pass on my experience to young players like Norman and Cherry. This competition will be a comprehensive test of their strength and also their best opportunity to challenge top players like Zhao Yun and Van Niekerk.
When it comes to the country, everyone is selfish.
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