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At the Olympics, I was just a young boy and no one expected anything, but in Glasgow I was the big hope. But then I looked in Rudisha’s eyes and thought he is just another athlete and I can beat him.

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I remain the greatest, I will always be a champion, and my name will leave an indelible mark on history for future generations.

Nevertheless, their love and support kept me going and they stood by me through that trying time, and for that, I am sincerely grateful.

It is important to not panic in race and show patience.

By 12 I already had a wide open mind. I wanted to chase my dreams and that made me grow up strong. I already knew no one was going to give me anything for free.

The goal is to stage the greatest comeback the world has ever witnessed and earn a spot in the September 2025 World Championships in Tokyo.

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