Many believe the 400-meter world record of 47.60 seconds, set by Marita Koch in 1985, is unbeatable. The record is controversial, given the long shadow of systematic doping in the former German Democratic Republic. However, Marileidy Paulino wants to make the impossible possible in 2025.
The Dominican winner of the 400-meter gold medal in the Paris Olympics (time of 48.17) is dedicated to making this happen during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan in September 2025.
During an AFP interview published in Diario Libre by EFE she explained her habit of slowing down towards the end of the race could make a difference. She explained she slows down when she sees herself as the winner. This is notable on her race videos.
Moreso, the reality is that breaking the record within the framework of the World Athletics Championships come with a hefty award of...
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