In the Olympic arena, glory and regret are intertwined. When the cheers in the Phoenix Gymnasium gradually dissipated, the news of the silver medal of the Chinese men's team exploded at the post-game press conference like a thunderclap. The tears in the eyes of the veteran Xiao Ruoteng seem to tell the taste behind this silver medal. And the young player Su Weide lowered his head and apologized to his teammates. Between one gold and one silver, it reflects not only the competition of gymnastics powers, but also the epitome of life.
Let's rewind the clock to the game. The Chinese team started steadily, and veterans such as Liu Yang and Zou Jingyuan swayed freely, as if they wanted to sweep away the regrets of the past. The three-point lead made everyone think that the gold medal was within reach. Who would have thought that the goddess of fate always likes to make some absurd jokes.
Su Weide played, the young man could not hide his nervousness, one mistake, two drops, and the three-point advantage instantly came to naught. Japan seized the opportunity and completed a shocking comeback. The cheers and sighs on the field came one after another, as if performing an absurd drama.
At this moment, I can't help but think of the saying: "It's not cold in high places". As the favourite, the Chinese team is under tremendous pressure. And this pressure is especially evident in the young players. Su Weide's mistake is not so much a technical problem as a psychological pass. This reminds me of the "nervous" contestants in a talent show a few years ago, who obviously had good strength, but dropped the chain at a critical moment. It seems that whether it is in the entertainment industry or the sports world, psychological quality is an unavoidable hurdle.
Back to the veterans. Names such as Xiao Ruoteng and Liu Yang are thunderous for Chinese gymnastics fans. They have done a lot of great things on the field, and now they have to face this result. The 28-year-old Xiao Ruoteng wanted to shine again at the end of his career, but who knew that it had become a typical case of "a small difference, a thousand miles missing". This can't help but remind me of the "sealed performances" of some stars, who wanted to have a gorgeous curtain call, but turned out to be a laughing stock for various reasons. It seems that no matter what industry it is, the perfect goodbye is hard to come by.
But then again, are we asking too much of the veterans? Gymnastics is a sport that is the world of young people. To be able to compete in the Olympics at the age of 28 is already a great achievement. is like some "middle-aged idols", although the state is not as good as before, as long as they can still be on stage, they are already worthy of respect.
Looking at Su Weide again, it is normal for young people to make mistakes, and the key is how to grow from them. His apology shows the responsibility of an athlete. This reminds me of the public relations crisis of some "collapsed" stars, some apologize sincerely and get forgiven, and some die unrepentantly and annoying. It seems that whether it is in the sports world or the entertainment industry, sincerity is always the best "crisis public relations".
After all, isn't the Olympics just a big stage? Some people shine, some people end gloomily, this is the state of life. Just like the short videos we watch every day, some people become popular overnight, and some people are unknown, but who can guarantee that it will not be reversed tomorrow?
In the end, we still have to cheer for the silver medal of the Chinese team. On this "higher, faster, stronger" stage, every medal is condensed with sweat and tears. Lose in hake, but gain in herring. Today's defeat may become a foreshadowing for tomorrow's greater glory.
Just like some "confused and hot" stars, who said that today's trough is not the run-up for tomorrow's take-off? In this era of rapid change, why don't we look at gains and losses with a more peaceful mind? After all, life is like a play, and it's not just the perfect script that's exciting, but also those unexpected improvisations!
So, ladies and gentlemen, what do you think of this gymnastics "big show"? Is it sympathetic to the veteran's regrets, or is it to understand the pressure of the newcomer? Or, do you have a unique insight? You might as well chat in the comment area, and let's interpret this wonderful "Olympic script" together!