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Asafa Powell advised Kishane Thompson on the key things he has to focus on to perform at the level of champions like Noah Lyles.
Jamaican sprint legend Asafa Powell has advised Kishane Thompson on what he should do to have the confidence like that of triple-world champion Noah Lyles and triumph on the world stage.
Asafa Powell, speaking on his YouTube Channel pointed out that Kishane Thompson should focus on himself during races and avoid thinking about his fans and everyone who has high expectations of him.
The two-time world champion added that the 23-year-old should master the art of having a strong mindset that he remains unfazed even when racing against other accomplished sprinters like Noah Lyles, Fred Kerley, and Letsile Tebogo among others.
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“I think that’s when you feel the pressure when you think about the country, the world…when you look at this (points to the Jamaican logo on his sweater) and remember that this is watching, whether the US or Jamaica,” Asafa Powell said.
“You have to treat the Olympic final as a Diamond League or whatever it is. When you treat it as just another race because these are the same guys that you are running with, but when you add that Olympic or World Championships, it kinds of puts you under pressure.
“If you are just doing it for yourself when you cross the finish line, then you know it’s for everybody. Before that, just focus on you, put your mind on you.”
He also pointed out that Jamaican fans can be ruthless when an athlete does not perform as expected but warned Kishane Thompson not to focus on such.
Asafa Powell acknowledged that the fans will only give you peace when you are performing but anytime an athlete messes up, they go against him/her.
“Jamaica is not a country to carry on your back, these people are very very hard on the athletes, very tough. They love you to death but they are hard on the athletes so Jamaica is not a country to carry on your back. You need to focus on yourself, be yourself, be selfish,” he added.
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09:19 - 14.10.2024
'My determination is bigger'- Daniel Ebenyo charged up for more glory after Chicago Marathon debut
Daniel Simiu Ebenyo capped his season with an impressive marathon debut at Chicago Marathon, finishing fifth in 2:06:04 and has expressed determination to continue building his legacy.
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