David Neville gave it his all, and gave the Americans a 1-2-3 finish in the 400m. David Wariner, the favorite and 2007 World Champion was upset by newcomer LaShawn Merritt in a personal best 43.75 sec.
The amazing thing was that Neville was in 4th until the very end of the race when he literally dove for the finish line. DOVE!!
I always wondered why more athletes don't do like David Neville did. If you're going to train your whole life for one race you better give it your all.
I salute you David Neville in the process of cracking me up you've also gained my wholehearted respect.
"When you can slide, it does make the fall a lot better,'' Neville said with a big grin.
"Sometimes we have to sacrifice our body and mind and spirit for what we really want,'' Neville said. "In a split-second, I said I have to dive in order to get a medal.''
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