Arrggghhhh…
Well, it’s over. With 10 seconds in penalties today I ended up in 45th position and was unable to qualify for the semi-final and final. At this calibre of racing, a touch can be the difference between success and failure and I got taught this lesson today.
Going into the race, I never envisioned being in this particular position. Training was going well; I was fast, consistent and most importantly, clean (not touching gates and taking penalties). Maybe it was stress or nerves – I can’t really put my finger on it at this point in time – but I did not perform to my potential.
So, what’s next….well, life is too short to fret, worry and be down. So, I think I will take some much needed rest and relaxation and come up with a new plan for next year.
Although this race adds a slight blow to my Olympic dream, I am not out of the race yet. Our qualification involves the best 2 out 3 races, with the next set of races happening next spring.
So, in the meantime I am going to sit back, enjoy some World Championship racing and cheer on my other teammates.
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