Surprised by myself

Irina Mikitenko's race was the most amazing performance of the day and Martin Lel's speed was very impressive but for me my own run was almost equally surprising.

I had additional orthopedic problems all week until race day and was very worried I would not be able to finish. But the pain disappeared after the first couple of miles, I became more and more relaxed. And I just ran. Smiled and ran and ran and smiled. Right to the very finish, enjoying my day. After crossing the finish line I couldn't stop beaming. Everybody I saw was smiling at me (or about me?).

Want to know the time? HERE IT IS: 3:39:30

As usual I will publish a race report soon.