CELLARMASTER’S NOTE
Achieving a PB T
he drudgery and monotony of lockdown life enjoyed some partial relief recently with the Tokyo Olympics, followed by the Paralympics. As is the case with every Olympics, throughout the games we heard amazing stories of athletes who’ve overcome obstacles, setbacks and challenges to achieve incredible feats. Focus tends to gravitate to the medal dais and the placegetters, but did you witness the joy and sense of achievement visible
in so many athletes who were happy just to get there and compete? Or, more poignantly, those who – even though they didn’t finish with a gong around their neck – achieved a PB (personal best) and were thrilled that they performed their best ever on the world’s biggest stage. Needless to say, it was inspirational stuff, and I won’t deny having a lump in my throat and swelling with vicarious pride when athletes broke through the pain barrier and crossed the line.
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