A reminder that Olympians are humans, with the same anxieties, doubts, fears, & insecurities that we all have.
They can do extraordinary things. But they aren't superhuman. Lots of love and empathy for people who enter the arena and give themselves a shot, no matter the outcome
“But I can control what I do on that track and that’s the thing that doesn’t get the respect and it blows my mind!”
@GoSydGo talking about something that many athletes and especially female athletes can relate to.
If you got 10 min, watch her video: https://t.co/2VKMJVNhvr
Simone Biles has been making America and Houston proud for YEARS.
She has been the woman in the arena, a place that internet trolls know nothing about.
We can be disappointed in her decision, but until you’re the one stepping up to win gold, maybe sit this one out.
The top 8 qualifiers from heats of the men’s 400 IM:
Brendon Smith 🇦🇺
Lewis Clareburt 🇳🇿
Chase Kalisz 🇺🇸
David Verraszto 🇭🇺
Alberto Razzetti 🇮🇹
Jay Litherland 🇺🇸
Leon Marchand 🇫🇷
Max Litchfield 🇬🇧
#Tokyo2020
As we talk about change and the economics of college sports, we need to remember that college sports—through what are often identified as “non-revenue sports”—provides the feeder system for Olympians. Change college sports and you change our Olympic system.
Watching the reactions to Naomi Osaka and Kyrie Irving right now says everything about how this country just wants to be entertained by black athletes without having to be faced with their humanity.
Praying for my sweet mama today. Strongest woman I know. Thank you for showing me the value in every little thing in life. You are simply amazing. I love you💕
PSA: Cancer sucks https://t.co/pyAZVBmqWm