Orc Undead Sports Warrior

Chapter 227 Winning the Championship is Difficult

Tyson Gay stood with his hands on his hips, staring blankly at the electronic display screen, completely bewildered. Last year's world champion, even though he was the backdrop for Bolt's world record-breaking performance just months ago, he actually ran 9.85 seconds in that race; it's just that Bolt ran exceptionally well.

After briefly shaking hands with the other athletes, Lu Wei hurried towards the Chinese Athletics Team area.

Although there was thunderous applause from the sidelines, Lu Wei didn't have time to enjoy such treatment.

The race started at 8:5, and it's not even 8:30 yet. The 100-meter final is in two hours, and the adjustment time in between is too short. He wants to hurry back and adjust.

Jiang Jianjun breathed a sigh of relief. The number one Chinese male player had appeared right before his eyes. Although he hadn't watched him grow up, he had witnessed his growth.

Aside from Wang Qiao and his apprentice, perhaps only he could truly understand the hardships Lu Wei had endured. Putting aside everything else, the long hours of intense training every day would be enough to destroy an athlete's passion for track and field.

At this age, most others are still in school, and after graduation, they will find a job that is neither good nor bad. They may not like it, but they don't have to put in as much effort.

In Wang Qiao's eyes, Lu Wei trained even harder than he had back then. He himself trained diligently because it was the only way to secure his livelihood. Lu Wei, however, was different; the world now was far more diverse and vibrant than in his time.

If I were in this era, I probably wouldn't dare to confidently guarantee that I could dedicate my time and energy to track and field training like Lu Wei, especially long-term, high-intensity training.

As for Wang Qiao, he has now become Jiang Jianjun's pride.

In fact, when Wang Qiao first came to the national team, Lu Wei was not as outstanding as expected; at least, no one dared to imagine that such a day would come.

At that time, Wang Qiao resigned from his university coaching job in order to achieve results with Lu Wei. The job was easy, comfortable, and the salary was not bad; many people would do anything to get into a similar job within the system.

Wang Qiao joined the national team with Lu Wei without much thought. For a period of time, he almost became unemployed due to the national team's staffing issues.

Heaven does not fail those who persevere. Like a young man, Wang Qiao threw himself into the arduous track and field training with a do-or-die spirit.

Looking at Wang Qiao, who was holding onto the railing, Jiang Jianjun couldn't help but feel a little moved. The guy was panting heavily, as if he had just participated in a 100-meter race.

"Coach Wang, what's wrong? Are you feeling overwhelmed by life?"

Jiang Jianjun walked up to him and teased him, looking at his apprentice with a smile. "That boy who did whatever he was told and never dared to talk much to the coach has grown up!"

"Damn! This is so awesome! I've never felt so glorious in my life. This feeling is so exciting!"

Wang Qiao turned to look at Jiang Jianjun, looking as if all her energy had been drained, yet she was also very satisfied.

"Look at you, so pathetic! You're already like this in the semifinals, you're bound to have a heart attack in the finals!"

"If I have this much energy in my life, I'd accept living a few years less. Forgive me for being a little crazy this time, Master. No matter what the outcome is, I'll face it with the most optimistic attitude. Don't worry, this is nothing!"

Wang Qiao straightened up, as if all her energy had returned to her body.

Even Lu Wei didn't back down at all on the field, so what reason did I, as the coach, have not to be strong!

As Lu Wei walked up the steps leading to the audience seats, a female reporter immediately rushed to his side. Without even looking at her, he knew she was Xia Yuena, a female reporter from CCTV.

"Lu Wei, congratulations on successfully advancing to the men's 100-meter final later. It will only take a few minutes of your time so that the whole country can hear your voice, okay?"

After Xia Yuena finished asking her question, she looked at Lu Wei with expectant eyes.

"Alright, then hurry up." That was a really clever question. If he had refused outright, he would have offended the entire nation.

Seeing that Lu Wei had agreed to her request, Xia Yuena's eyes lit up: "This is your first time entering the final of the men's 100-meter race. Are you excited?"

Lu Wei smiled and said, "Excitement is one thing, but the biggest problem is that our opponents are too strong. With my current abilities, winning the championship will be very difficult."

Lu Wei spoke without any change in emotion, as if he were talking about someone else's business. However, the more indifferent his attitude, the more attention he attracted from others.

"Wow! Your confidence is something many people should learn from. To be honest, the opponent in the final two hours later is indeed very strong. Although Osaka World Championship winner Guy has been eliminated, there are still excellent players like Powell, Thompson, and Dixon..."

Before Xia Yuena could finish speaking, Lu Wei raised his hand to interrupt her.

"I've said it before, if I want to win the championship, the opponents are too strong. There are 8 people in the final, but the only one I feel is Bolt, only him!"

After saying this, Xia Yuena's mouth dropped open. She was clearly not prepared for Lu Wei's answer.

It was only after the photographer reminded her that Xia Yuena came to her senses: "Lu Wei, say a few words to everyone. Many compatriots are supporting you right now. Is there anything you would like to say to them?"

"Hmm...we have to give it our all in tonight's match!"

After speaking, Lu Wei turned and walked towards the track and field team area.

"Look at him! Since our son became a star, his aura has become so strong. You can't even tell he's a half-baked college student anymore, haha!"

Although Mr. Lu was making fun of his son, his beaming smile betrayed him.

"Don't you think you're a good person? You have no decency at all, and you don't even spare your own children. Even tigers don't eat their cubs, you're simply..."

"Look! The son has appeared in the camera's view!"

Before Lu's mother could finish speaking, Mr. Lu suddenly pointed at the TV screen and said something as if it were true.

"Where is she? Didn't she just finish an interview? Are you back already?! No way, are you seeing things?!"

Lu's mother didn't miss any opportunity to see her son on the live stream. When she saw a black player on the screen, she wondered if her husband had dementia. He couldn't even recognize his face, let alone his color.

"Oh dear, the broadcast camera was so fast! It flashed by in an instant!"

Mr. Lu chuckled and let out a long sigh of relief.

I was so carried away with my pride that I made up stories about our son in front of my wife. I never expected that my wife would almost associate me with a beast.

If we can't afford to offend them, we can at least avoid them!

The couple watched the game while reflecting on Lu Wei's interview. Seeing their son openly share his aspirations in front of the broadcast cameras filled them with indescribable joy.

Even if it's a bit crazy, you should always have dreams, even if they can never be realized!