Caterine Ibargüen

Caterine Ibargüen Mena (born 12 February 1984) is a retired Colombian athlete competing in high jump, long jump and triple jump. Quotes The passion has always existed, It's something that runs in my veins. When I compete, I feel happiness, I feel a connection with the crowd, like they can feel what's on my mind. In fact, off the track I'm not able to act the same, I don't often watch the videos because I feel like it's someone else on the track competing. But I like it. I like what I do on the track, it's something natural for me, it runs in my veins and I just love athletics. IAAF Inside Athletics – Caterine Ibarguen: ‘My passion for athletics runs in my veins’, August 07 2019 My 2019 season began with expectations of doing things better than in previous years, but the pain prevented me. A plantar fasciitis injury in my left foot ended my dreams (of winning a third world title). But I didn’t want to stop. I was still determined to compete at the World Championships (in Doha), so I did everything I could to achieve that goal. My expectation was to win a medal, 2019 had been a very difficult year full of pain. But we wanted to perform well in what may be my last World Championships. To win that bronze medal made me very happy because only I, and those around me, knew of the sacrifices I’d made to climb the podium. Ubaldo was not only a coach, he was like a father to me, The decision was made mutually, but I think I needed a change and that's what I did. Professor Jorge Pichardo has his differences in some aspects of training (with Duany) but the objectives do not change, so I feel very comfortable training with him. He is very meticulous when working on technique and strength work but I think the most exciting part for me is every day I know I will learn new things. Plus, training with the great Pedro Pichardo and watching him jump has also been a big thrill. It was a shock when I found out that the Olympic Games were not being held, it filled me with a lot of sadness, However, later with more knowledge of what this virus was, I took a lot of peace of mind and I think it was the best thing to do. This decision also gave me more time to continue to get to know my new coach and adapt to the changes that being in another country entailed. I still think I can produce a great performance at the next Olympics, My goals and ambitions burn as brightly as they did when I made my Olympic debut at the Athens Games. My aims are to be in top condition, so I can continue to enjoy this beautiful sport and close with a beautiful Olympic medal. I don't know whether to call it a secret or fortune, I consider it is based on my training, Each coach I have worked with has made a great contribution with my training which reflects in my performances today. But my passion, love and respect I have for the sport, which is reflected in my discipline and perseverance, has also been very important. Challenges overcome, Ibarguen's ambition still burns brightly, May 17 2021 External Links Category:Track and field athletes Category:Living people Category:1984 births