amkelley wrote:
I loved Grant Fisher's interview too. Faced with a totally lame question to the effect of "how hard was it to be so disciplined and wait until the final lap to kick?", he truthfully answered it wasn't hard at all, since he and everyone else in the field believe they can win in a sprint finish. I've always wondered why the guys who can't kick always play into the hands of the guys who can. Apparently it's all a matter of unjustified hubris.
Agreed. I have huge respect for Justyn Knight, but he admitted to not getting the position he wanted which ultimately altered his kick finish. Grant was better positioned and made sure to capitalize on it. Grant knew he had decent kickers not far behind him and since they all coasted the 4400m they all had enough spark to sit and kick by a lot. Props to Grant not letting himself getting out of position or out kicked. Justyn was upset for sure in his interview, but knew it was a tactical mistake on his part for both not picking a more faster pace and to not position himself better in the bell lap.