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2 weeks ago

Chelsea & Lionesses star Lauren James insists she is 'very misunderstood' - with 'shyness' mistaken for 'arrogance' | Goal.com US

A talented athlete clarifies that her laid-back demeanor reflects introversion, not apathy, and encourages other introverted athletes to embrace their authentic selves despite public misunderstanding.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

I get out of breath walking up the stairs these days, admits Usain Bolt

And, as he also admitted, he now spends his time streaming movies and building Lego, and even gets out of breath when he walks up stairs. However, when he was asked why the new crop of sprinters isn't as quick as his generation, despite the advances in spike and track technology, Bolt's competitive instincts fired back to life. You want the real answer? he asked. We're just more talented. That's all I'm saying.
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