True Christianity wrote:
This shows a tremendous lack of understanding about Christianity.
If Hall had pulled out and started pounding the ground (a la Uceny) that would have been a poor show of his faith. He, however, walked off knowing that there are far more important things in life than the Olympics, his faith in tact. As a coach and athlete I am appalled that Hall walked off the Olympic marathon course. As a Christian I humbled that someone is truly as grounded as he is to not let it define himself. Say what you want about him as a runner, but this kid's got faith to spare.
I agree. This sort of sums up what I was trying to say. Nonetheless, he shouldn't have started. The guy has been injured for months. He was still running through PF. No way was he at his best, able to represent his country. But, unlike so many here who are caught up with a myopic view of times, championships, and money, Hall sees the bigger picture.