“Very unhappy to share the information that I received’t be racing the London Marathon.😥
The previous few weeks have been extremely nerve-racking, however I at all times mentioned I’d share the highs and lows!
It was effectively documented that I suffered an harm to my hamstring within the final 1km of the Berlin Half. Sadly, it wasn’t only a ‘cramp’… however a 5.5cm, grade 3 tear! (I had an identical hamstring tear in 2017 – additionally while racing throughout my interval, which I doubt is a coincidence, however maybe unhealthy luck!)
Regardless of being informed no working for 4 weeks, I acquired again working far earlier than the docs anticipated and felt assured in my progress for London with a strong session and last future beneath my belt in Font Romeu.
I used to be then hit with an additional roadblock, having been informed I wouldn’t be allowed to race resulting from a sponsor conflict between myself and London Marathon’s sponsor. I don’t doubt that the main marathon contracts will likely be up to date in future years (most certainly as soon as the bigger-named athletes are concerned.) But it surely wants to alter to provide athletes the possibility to be financially secure. They usually actually shouldn’t be restricted as to what races they’ll or can not do purely due to a brand on their chest!
As you’ll be able to think about, juggling the above and getting back from harm has been extremely nerve-racking. I’ve tried to push issues and, in consequence, suffered from a knee challenge this week. Fortunately, it’s nothing too critical (ligament/tendon/bone are all very wholesome), however I’ve a whole lot of swelling and an impingement beneath the kneecap, which has develop into very painful. I’m hopeful I’ll be capable to use my health in one other marathon.
I’ve been in robust locations earlier than. It’s a sport. It occurs. However these previous few weeks, I’ve felt an awesome quantity of stress to attempt to maintain everybody glad and attempt to make everybody glad, from sponsors to race organizers, brokers, journalists, and even Michael & my household. I really feel like life has swallowed me up and spat me out.
I do know that making the fitting choice now will profit me in the long run. I do know I’m able to run a quick marathon, however we should wait a bit longer for these stars to align. And once they do, I promise it is going to be well worth the wait! 🌟”
