He Kenyan athlete Eliud Kipchoge, Princess of Asturias Sports Award 2023it assured Friday that running is “not just a physical movement”, it is a “vehicle that has the power to unite us” and where origin or “the color of your skin” does not matter.
The best marathon runner of all time spoke these words at the awards ceremony. Princess of Asturias Awardswhere he said running “unites people from all walks of life” and is a “testimony that we are all one.”
“I always say that we should make our world a running world. Because a running world is a happy world. And a happy world is a peaceful world,” he said.or Kipchogenicknamed the Philosopher for his strategic career skills and his ability to concentrate.
The marathoner highlighted that there is a strong parallel between running and everyday life, where to “be happy” people must focus on their mental health and overcome “challenges before reach the proverbial finish line.”
“Someone who finishes a marathon is capable of achieving anything in life,” confessed the Kenyan, who explained that success cannot be rushed, given that it needs “a lot of discipline”, “hard work” and having “a strong team around. “
The athlete pointed out that he does not celebrate his victories by partying “until the night with champagne”, but instead returns to his training camp in Kenya and plants a tree, because “the moment of glory is fleeting” , but the growth of that tree “lasts many lives.”
In this sense, he proved the importance of protecting the environment and promoting education, a mission to which the Eliud Kipchoge Foundation is dedicated.
“Education is global and I want to continue to do so. I invite you to join our mission and help bring awareness of these issues to our youth in Kenya and around the world,” said the legend. this of world athletics. before the public present at Theater of Campoamor.
Kipchoge ended his speech by assuring that his mantra is “no man is limited” and greatness can only be achieved if you “absolutely” believe that nothing can stop you.
“There is no limit, our mind makes us believe in a deceptive way,” highlighted the marathon runner before inviting society to run no matter “how far or how fast.”
Source: La Verdad
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