Harrison didn't let it stop her

Queen Harrison claimed one of three spots on the Olympic 400 meter hurdle team when she came in second during the Olympic Trials. Harrison has overcome many obstacles to make it this far, including injuries and a race day obstacle.

Harrison prepared for the race with an injured hamstring that she had injured only 18 days earlier, but she didn’t let that stop her. She was considered an underdog from the start and nobody expected her to do well in this race, but she didn’t let that stop her. During the race, a runner in the lane beside her fell into her lane, but Harrison didn’t let that stop her. She jumped over the other runner and kept her eye on the prize, not letting anything stop her from finishing second and advancing to the Olympics.

I really admire Harrison’s drive and ability to overcome obstacles to achieve her dreams. She did not let her injury, her obscurity, or the other runner stop her from achieving her goal. As a hurdler myself, I find it amazing that she was not fazed when the other runner fell into her lane. She is an inspiration to not only other hurdlers, but to all athletes. By finishing second and overcoming so many obstacles, she has proved that anything is possible if you set your mind to it and try your hardest.

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