August 22nd 2024.
During the triathlon race in Boston, Alex Yee's exuberant celebration seemed to have upset his competitor, Hayden Wilde. However, Yee, a star athlete from Team GB, clarifies that he and his rivals are fierce competitors but also friends, despite the criticism he received for his actions on social media.
At the Olympic Games in Paris, Yee's stunning comeback and victory over New Zealand's Wilde was one of the most memorable moments for British fans. And this past weekend in Boston, history repeated itself as Yee, known for his exceptional running skills, once again overtook Wilde in the final moments to secure a remarkable win that pleased the enthusiastic crowd.
As Yee approached the finish line, he pounded his chest and performed a celebratory move with his arms crossed, reminiscent of footballer Kylian Mbappe. However, Wilde, who was left behind, seemed to be irritated by Yee's actions. The response to Yee's celebration was mixed among triathlon fans, with some criticizing him for being classless and arrogant. In response to the backlash, Yee tweeted, "No celebration next time, apologies."
Wilde, on the other hand, is determined to turn the tables and claim victory in the upcoming race in Chicago this weekend. In a post on Instagram before the race, Yee expressed his excitement to compete with his rivals and put on a show for the fans in the Windy City. He also reassured everyone that he and Wilde are still good friends despite their competitive nature.
"We live for this sport," Yee wrote on Instagram, reflecting on his rollercoaster journey since the Olympics. "After the Olympics, I've experienced incredible highs but also some lows... So to be able to race these guys again was pure excitement. We race fiercely and competitively, but at the end of the day, we are all mates and want to put on a show for you. Thanks, Boston! #mbappe or #palmer."
Wilde, however, has accused some of his competitors of hiding and making it easy for Yee to take the lead in Boston with their questionable tactics. "It was just a bit of a shame the other boys didn't decide to come and do some work," he said. "Yeah, they were just hiding a bit and waiting for the run. I don't really see that as racing. I was trying to call them through, but they didn't want to go through, and if I didn't keep pushing, the other boys in the chase group would have caught up. It's a bit of a shame, but that's racing, that's their tactics, and we'll come into Chicago and try to get the win there."
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