(UPDATE) POLE vaulter Ernest John 'EJ' Obiena revealed that he's not in top physical shape heading to the Paris Olympics despite his best efforts to reach elite form.
POLE vaulter Ernest John 'EJ' Obiena revealed that he's not in top physical shape heading to the Paris Olympics despite his best efforts to reach elite form.In a Facebook post on Saturday evening, Obiena , venting out his frustrations, said he's battled physical struggles and even undergone medical procedures in the past months to try and get his body in optimal condition.
I have undergone in the past months, weeks and days a variety of medical procedures, to hopefully give myself the best shot at the Olympic Games.'The 28-year-old Obiena, who last competed at the Wanda Diamond League – Meeting De Paris where finished fourth on July 7, remains resolute, though.Obiena, one of the Philippine top bets to win a medal in Paris, believes he can still perform at a high level.
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