August 14th 2024.
British athlete Rose Harvey refused to let go of her Olympic dream, even when faced with a major setback. The 31-year-old runner from Team GB competed in the women's marathon at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, despite having a broken leg. In her own words, the "downhills were hell", but that didn't stop her from crossing the finish line with a time of two hours, 51 minutes, and three seconds. This impressive feat landed her in 78th place on the final day of the Paris Olympics.
Taking to Instagram, Harvey shared the "heartbreaking" news of her leg break, but also expressed her determination to not let it stop her from achieving her Olympic dream. Along with a photo of herself on crutches, she wrote, "This was far from the Olympics I dreamed of, but still an experience of a lifetime." Her main goal was to represent her country, show that she had what it takes to be part of Team GB, and make everyone who had supported her proud.
However, just a couple of weeks before the race, things took a turn for the worse. Despite her stellar training, Harvey developed tightness in her hip. She and her team worked tirelessly to get her to the start line in peak condition, but as she started the race, it became clear that she wouldn't be able to perform at her best. It was later revealed that she had stress fractured her femur.
In most cases, Harvey would have stopped and withdrawn from the race, but this was the Olympics, and she couldn't give up. She pushed through the pain and battled through the next 24 miles. The downhills were especially challenging for her. Despite her race goals slipping away, she held onto a tiny part of her Olympic dream - finishing the marathon. With sheer determination, she told herself to keep smiling, soak up the energy from the crowds, and put one foot in front of the other.
It was a heartbreaking experience for Harvey, but one that she will never forget. Being part of the Olympics was an incredible honor, and she was grateful to have shared the race with her amazing friends and family. No matter the obstacles, she refused to give up on her dream and showed true grit and determination in the face of adversity. Rose Harvey may not have had the Olympics she had dreamed of, but her courage and resilience will inspire many for years to come.
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