Since their move to Kersee as coach neither McLaughlin nor Mu has competed overseas in their specialty. Must be just a coincidence.
Wow, you're so clueless!
McLaughlin DID compete overseas in the 400h after Bobby Kersee started coaching her. Last summer in Hungary.
This is the second big mistake you have made today about Kersee's athletes. Are you even attempting to get the facts straight? Or you're just winging it?
I’m guessing she wins in 1:57 and indicates we’re heading for a quality showdown with Hodgkinson and Moraa at Worlds, with Mu the favorite until somebody beats her.
I’m guessing she wins in 1:57 and indicates we’re heading for a quality showdown with Hodgkinson and Moraa at Worlds, with Mu the favorite until somebody beats her.
I'd be surprised if she runs 1:57 this weekend. But if she does run 1:57 I would still consider her to be the favorite for Budapest.
Yes, prior to her move to L.A./Bob Kersee, which she did after the 2022 season.
That wasn't a qualifier you had in your original post. You're basically just saying that she hasn't raced this outdoor season, thanks for that brilliant tidbit.
I hope this means that they scrapped that idiotic 1500 idea, it's already going to be hard enough for her to repeat in the 800; I'd actually bet money that she loses to Keely at Worlds. Mu is also in a strange place mentally and she's not ready, nor will she be in time. She won't break 1:59 in NYC and will look like garbage.
I hope this means that they scrapped that idiotic 1500 idea, it's already going to be hard enough for her to repeat in the 800; I'd actually bet money that she loses to Keely at Worlds. Mu is also in a strange place mentally and she's not ready, nor will she be in time. She won't break 1:59 in NYC and will look like garbage.
The "1500 idea" for 2023 was just to have her run the 1500 at USA's. She wasn't going to run it seriously this year.
I'd be surprised if Bobby Kersee let her race in New York if he thought she would "look like garbage." What would be the point of that?
Moraa has loads of talent but in the Olympic semifinal and both races against Mu she hasn't challenged at all. Mu has never had reason to know she's in the race. Moraa has been tons more aggressive and confident against Hodgkinson that Moraa.
A huge part of that is the reality that Athing Mu can jog a 56 or 57 opening lap and then extend on the backstretch.
I hope this means that they scrapped that idiotic 1500 idea, it's already going to be hard enough for her to repeat in the 800; I'd actually bet money that she loses to Keely at Worlds. Mu is also in a strange place mentally and she's not ready, nor will she be in time. She won't break 1:59 in NYC and will look like garbage.
The "1500 idea" for 2023 was just to have her run the 1500 at USA's. She wasn't going to run it seriously this year.
I'd be surprised if Bobby Kersee let her race in New York if he thought she would "look like garbage." What would be the point of that?
She wasn't going to run it seriously yet according to her coach she could win gold? Yeah... gotcha.
Also, just because she is physically fit, doesn't mean she's mentally fit. When Roisin Willis kicked her butt it wasn't due to a lack of Mu fitness - she wasn't ready mentally just as she's not ready now. Kersee has no idea how to coach an athlete like Mu. Sydney is driven, a workaholic, perfectionist that will grind daily, Mu is not that and more easily distracted. If Mu trained like Syd the 800 WR would be gone, but she won't do that because that's not in her DNA. Circle back on the 24th and we'll see who's right.
The "1500 idea" for 2023 was just to have her run the 1500 at USA's. She wasn't going to run it seriously this year.
I'd be surprised if Bobby Kersee let her race in New York if he thought she would "look like garbage." What would be the point of that?
She wasn't going to run it seriously yet according to her coach she could win gold? Yeah... gotcha.
Also, just because she is physically fit, doesn't mean she's mentally fit. When Roisin Willis kicked her butt it wasn't due to a lack of Mu fitness - she wasn't ready mentally just as she's not ready now. Kersee has no idea how to coach an athlete like Mu. Sydney is driven, a workaholic, perfectionist that will grind daily, Mu is not that and more easily distracted. If Mu trained like Syd the 800 WR would be gone, but she won't do that because that's not in her DNA. Circle back on the 24th and we'll see who's right.
Two totally different things.
First, you are confused about what Kersee said about Mu and the 1500. Kersee said he thought Mu had a shot at winning the 1500 at the 2024 Olympics. This is still the year 2023, not 2024.
And obviously Mu isn't all in mentally on running. That's not a secret. She has admitted it herself. My point is that if Kersee thought that Mu was going to have a garbage race this weekend, then he wouldn't let Mu run. And he still might not let her run. But if Kersee does think she's ready to go this weekend, and he actually let's her run, then I think she'll do reasonably well.
She wasn't going to run it seriously yet according to her coach she could win gold? Yeah... gotcha.
Also, just because she is physically fit, doesn't mean she's mentally fit. When Roisin Willis kicked her butt it wasn't due to a lack of Mu fitness - she wasn't ready mentally just as she's not ready now. Kersee has no idea how to coach an athlete like Mu. Sydney is driven, a workaholic, perfectionist that will grind daily, Mu is not that and more easily distracted. If Mu trained like Syd the 800 WR would be gone, but she won't do that because that's not in her DNA. Circle back on the 24th and we'll see who's right.
Two totally different things.
First, you are confused about what Kersee said about Mu and the 1500. Kersee said he thought Mu had a shot at winning the 1500 at the 2024 Olympics. This is still the year 2023, not 2024.
And obviously Mu isn't all in mentally on running. That's not a secret. She has admitted it herself. My point is that if Kersee thought that Mu was going to have a garbage race this weekend, then he wouldn't let Mu run. And he still might not let her run. But if Kersee does think she's ready to go this weekend, and he actually let's her run, then I think she'll do reasonably well.
You are confused, I said she would be garbage and your argument is that Kersee would not let her run if she was going to be garbage? Are you really that stupid? Did it ever dawn on you that someone can run like garbage without their coaches knowledge or permission? You are a moron!
Also, just because she is physically fit, doesn't mean she's mentally fit. When Roisin Willis kicked her butt it wasn't due to a lack of Mu fitness - she wasn't ready mentally just as she's not ready now.
I think you’re essentially talking out of your ass. It’s a possible scenario you’ve decided is fact without real evidence.
My point is that if Kersee thought that Mu was going to have a garbage race this weekend, then he wouldn't let Mu run. And he still might not let her run.
your argument is that Kersee would not let her run if she was going to be garbage?
By saying I agree with you, you just agreed with me. If your premise is that Kersee pulled her out because she wasn't ready, then I was correct that she wasn't ready. You are the one that took issue with my statement, which you apparently now agree with. Thanks for agreeing with me you remedial dolt!
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I hope this means that they scrapped that idiotic 1500 idea, it's already going to be hard enough for her to repeat in the 800;
Scrap the 1500 idea? What are you talking about? There was never was a 1500 idea in place for this year. Mu's and Kersee's goal for 2023 has always been for her to defend her 800 title.
I hope this means that they scrapped that idiotic 1500 idea, it's already going to be hard enough for her to repeat in the 800;
Scrap the 1500 idea? What are you talking about? There was never was a 1500 idea in place for this year. Mu's and Kersee's goal for 2023 has always been for her to defend her 800 title.
You all need to learn to actually READ. Words have meaning, you should try comprehending them. Read what I said, not what you or anyone else thinks I said. It's all right there.
Here are my unedited words:
"I hope this means that they scrapped that idiotic 1500 idea, it's already going to be hard enough for her to repeat in the 800; I'd actually bet money that she loses to Keely at Worlds. Mu is also in a strange place mentally and she's not ready, nor will she be in time. She won't break 1:59 in NYC and will look like garbage."
No where do I say of even imply she is running the 1500 at worlds, in fact, I make it clear that she will have difficulty repeating the 800. I clearly stated why I believe that, because she's not in the right place mentally and there isn't enough time to be messing around with the idiotic idea of running 1500s. like she was supposed to do at Music City and at USAs. WTF is wrong with you non-reading idiots is a mystery. You dummies get something in your head and act as if someone actually said it. Learn to READ!!!
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The "1500 idea" for 2023 was just to have her run the 1500 at USA's. She wasn't going to run it seriously this year.
She wasn't going to run it seriously yet according to her coach she could win gold? Yeah... gotcha.
I said Mu wouldn't run the 1500 seriously in 2023. And you took issue with that. You are obviously not aware of what year Kersee said Mu was going to be serious about the 1500. Please do your research so you can be better informed before you write such dumb posts.
You're literally just writing things because you feel like arguing. You don't even have your facts straight.
She wasn't going to run it seriously yet according to her coach she could win gold? Yeah... gotcha.
I said Mu wouldn't run the 1500 seriously in 2023. And you took issue with that. You are obviously not aware of what year Kersee said Mu was g,oing to be serious about the 1500. Please do your research so you can be better informed before you write such dumb posts.
You're literally just writing things because you feel like arguing. You don't even have your facts straight.
If she is running it at USAs she is running it seriously and that was the plan. That is exactly what he said. It was a stupid waste of time and counterproductive to her training for the 800. It was, is and forever will be stupid just like you.