Seriously folks, I am deeply concerned for Cross-Country Skiing as a whole. While watching the very treacherous 2x15 Kilometer (Standard and Freestyle) I was inundated by an overly dramatic announcer saying things like, “This event is suicidal” or “Can you believe it?” It was all very dramatic.
Now, before I continue, I must admit, that I firmly believe Cross-Country Skiers are the most impressive over all athletes in the Winter Olympics. They are incredible… but apparently, they are also incredibly dim. Eight people did not finish this race. Three of whom were internationally ranked and were considered to be medal contenders. And the three of them actually led the race for a while… but alas… they could not keep up their own pace. Their pace was so unrealistic that they dropped out of the race! Does anyone else find this concerning? Olympic athletes not knowing how to pace themselves? I don’t know about you guys, but if I’m going to enter an event in the Olympics, I’m going to make sure I’ve done it before from beginning to end. Shouldn’t a racer of this level know their limits in order to complete a race successfully?
Incidentally, all 88 competitors competing in the Men’s 20 Kilometer Biathlon completed their race. Apparently, the excitement of firing a gun is enough for some athletes to push through the pain.
Anyway, I kind of wish the American’s were more competitive in Cross-Country Skiing… but you know how it is… why ski when you can drive? When will NASCAR we part of the Olympics?
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