Although I was very impressed with Sabir the swimmer, I was not impressed with Sabir the person. What was up with him flexing his muscles before the 50 FLY? Is this the NFL/ NBA or is this master's swimming? I didn't appreciate the "hey everyone, look at me" attitude. Swim the race, shake hands with your competitors, and be thankful for the gift God has given you. Don't show up your competitor like a Pro Wrestler. I wonder how much muscle flexing Sabir will do before events at the olympic trials! I have much respect for him for his talent and swimming accomplishments. But after his display before the 50 Fly, I have little respect for him as the person.
I've been to many National meets in my swimming years and the Race Club is another exciting piece of the big picture. How can we NOT be thrilled, inspired, proud and impressed by people in our sport who have great swims. A big reason for going to Nationals for me is to watch great swims and to see the people who inspire me. My #1 hero is Edith Glusac from Michigan. She's 85 and she won 5 events including the 100 fly. Good luck Race Club members and same to you, Edith. Watching anyone who puts their heart into a race is an inspiration to me.
I've been to many National meets in my swimming years and the Race Club is another exciting piece of the big picture. How can we NOT be thrilled, inspired, proud and impressed by people in our sport who have great swims. A big reason for going to Nationals for me is to watch great swims and to see the people who inspire me. My #1 hero is Edith Glusac from Michigan. She's 85 and she won 5 events including the 100 fly. Good luck Race Club members and same to you, Edith. Watching anyone who puts their heart into a race is an inspiration to me.
