Believe it or not, when the Olympics are on TV, I prefer to watch gymnastics and swimming.
But this year, as a runner, I decided to watch the track events on the Olympic Trials. (Even you go to bed early, you could have watched them all on YouTube.)
And they sure did not disappoint.
Now I am even more excited for the Olympics.
Here are some of the things that stood out for me:
1. The Heat.
Yikes. 100 degrees temps. Many events postponed to earlier when the temps were cooler.
However, the women’s 5000m final did go off in 94 degree heat.
Um, 50 degrees is my ideal temp for running.
Kudos to those runners for running in these temps and doing so well.
2. Longevity
Allyson Felix made her fifth Olympics team. What an amazing career she has had (and two kids along the way.)
She is an inspiring woman runner. Will she retire or go for #6?
3. New Roles
Former 2008 and 2021 Olympian, Kara Goucher did not compete but instead she was a commentator for NBC.
And she was great. I really enjoyed her intelligent and knowledgeable remarks.
4. Good/Bad
The Good: Abby Cooper ran the Olympic Standard in 5000m in her comeback (Remember her 2016 collision and subsequent knee surgery.)
The Bad: The next day Abby only came in 4th and does not get an Olympic berth in the 5000m.
5. Sad News.
Sha’Carri Richardson won the 100m.
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Then she failed a drug test (for marijuana) and will not be able to compete in the Olympics.
One extra – Fashion:
Emily Sisson had to drop out of the Marathon trials but redeemed herself winning the 10,000m wearing a pair of her husband’s Goodrs. (My favorite sunglasses).
Christina Clemons made her first Olympic team in the 100m Hurdles and wore a pair of Doritos earrings. (I like Doritos too)
Happy Running! Did you watch the Olympic Trials? If so, what did you enjoy most?? Please share.
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I didn’t watch them but now I want to! Thanks for the recap!
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They were great. I was I had time to watch more. Most of them I had to resort to YouTube.
Can’t wait for the Olympics.
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admittedly, I don’t think I have ever watched them! Thanks for the great recap. Maybe I will catch them on youtube as well
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This was the first time for me. They were very exciting and talked about a lot on the news.
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Yes, I watched! So many great moments, and like you said I’m even more excited for the Olympics (coming up SOON!!!).
What did you think of the Sha’Carri debacle? On the one hand it seems silly that it’s a banned substance that will keep her out of the Olympics (it’s not a performance enhancer after all, if anything the opposite) but on the other hand if you know it’s banned, pretty stupid to smoke before the trials!
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Yes I agree. That was crazy of her.
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No, didn’t have time to watch the trials. Hoping I’ll have time to watch the Olympics. Only time will tell, so to speak.
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Not everyone is interested in that type of thing. It’s easier on YouTube. No commercials. Available at any time.
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I loved watching the track trials and agree with your observations. I could not imagine that heat – those are some super tough women! Interestingly, I didn’t hear much of interest on the men’s trials this year. Did you?
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Nope. Maybe I didn’t pay attention.
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I don’t watch much TV, other than NCAA basketball and football, or a few minutes of the news (for the weather)…so the TV stuff is never on my radar. I did see some video coverage on a Facebook page, though. I love the gymnastics the most!
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I had to watch most on YouTube…I don’t watch TV much either.
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I didn’t watch but heard about some of these things! I wish I had time to watch, I bet it was really great!
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I watched selected events on the computer. It was great!! These athletes are amazing.
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I did not watch the trials!! But I am so looking forward to seeing various athletes from the Dutch team. Well and to be honest from the American team too. It is so hard when my heart is split into two like this!! I’m also really keen to see the Dutch Women’s Football (Soccer) team – our first game is next WEDNESDAY!!! I’m going to have to wear my Orange for Football but I’ll be keeping an eye out on the US women as well…
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That’s tough. Who do you root for??
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I really haven’t paid too much attention to be honest. I’m just really worried about the Olympics this year, so I haven’t put much effort into following.
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Hopefully they go off well. The athletes have worked so hard.
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I did watch and am very excited about the Games! I’ve been a big Allyson Felix fan over the years – so happy to see her make a 5th team!
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Me too. She’s awesome.
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I’m so disappointed with how this is all being handled, Becca Meyers has to drop out because they won’t allow her care provider, the women having to fight to bring the babies they’re nursing-not to mension Sha’Carri Richardson and the short shorts dramaz. I don’t watch them anyway, but don’t think I’d be excited this year with all the nonsense going on.
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I was excited before all this drama and COVID-19 cases.
I feel bad for all those athletes that trained so hard and this year is their only shot.
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