With the conclusion of the World Championships in Beijing, the finest, fittest athletes take a moment to reflect on the event with perspective, resilience, humor, and thanks, and set their sights on the future.
Molly Beckwith-Ludlow
Jeffrey Eggleston
Lesson learned from #Beijing2015: masterpieces take time. Proceed with patience, humility and gratitude. pic.twitter.com/2avbvxXfYu
— Jeffrey EGGLESTON (@jde66leston) August 22, 2015
Amber Campbell
Well I might have had my worst meet in 10 years but at least this didn’t happen to me. #SilverLiningKindaGirl https://t.co/e8b3JBhRHs
— Amber Campbell (@USAHammerHottie) August 27, 2015
Kibwè Johnson
Despise the result today, worst at a major in my career. Much appreciated those who showed me love. Can’t wait to see my growing family!
— Kibwé Johnson (@KibweJohnson) August 22, 2015
Erik Sowinski
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Tia Brooks
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Whitney Ashley
It’s definitely time to go home lol I ran out of M&Ms and fruit by the foot!
— Miss Whitney (@WJaShLeyLUVSu) August 26, 2015
Donn Cabral
& late but obligatory: raced poorly, blah blah silver linings and all that. Whatever, Hardships I’ll disregard. #Rio2016
— Donn Cabral (@DonnCabral) August 26, 2015
Kori Carter
Disappointed I won’t be in the final tonight but excited for @sassysandra7 and @shamxtrackspike to do their thing! Let’s go @usatf !
— Kori Carter (@TheKoriMonster) August 26, 2015
Sandi Morris
Cassandra Tate
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Stephanie Garcia
Proud and utterly grateful for my experience at #Beijing2015, but hungry for MORE. It’s an honor to represent #TeamUSA!
— Stephanie Garcia (@steph_steeples) August 26, 2015
Brenda Martinez
Running for TEAM USA has always been a dream of mine. It’s an honor to run for my country & wear the red, white & blue. #WorldChampionships
— Brenda Martinez (@bmartrun) August 24, 2015
Neely Gracey
Emily showed us that ordinary girls can be extraordinary w hard work & perseverance. #motivationmonday @emily_infeld http://t.co/TAkE0GcCkJ
— Neely Spence Gracey (@neelyspenceG) August 25, 2015