When the Body Tells the Truth
I am stronger than people's thoughts about me. My career was an answer to everyone who never believed in me. And it was sweet revenge through success.
Carl Lewis
American track and field athlete, nine-time Olympic champion, considered one of the greatest athletes of the twentieth century.
All moments: Carl Lewis
- Transition to a New Life — Carl Lewis
Retiring from sports is not an end but a beginning. I close one chapter to write another. Life doesn't end with medals.
- Nine Lives of a Champion — Carl Lewis
Each gold medal is a separate story of struggle, faith and overcoming oneself. I lived nine different lives in one body.
- Speed Is Release — Carl Lewis
When you run with all your might, there's no room for fears. No room for doubts. There's only you and freedom. That's why I loved sports so much.
- Faith Outlasts Time — Carl Lewis
I believe the spirit of sports is alive as long as there are people willing to risk everything. That faith never ages.
- On the Edge of History — Carl Lewis
Every race could be the last. So I run as if it were my last day on earth. That gives me strength.
- Youth in the Heart, Age on the Body — Carl Lewis
I'm not afraid of aging. I like that my body tells my story. Every scar is a medal of courage earned on the path to the top.
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