Quote by Jackie Joyner-Kersee

The London games mark the 24th anniversary of my winning two golds and setting the world record in the heptathlon. Someone is going to want it records are made to be broken - it's only a matter of time. I hope mine will outlive me.

The London games mark the 24th anniversary of my winning two

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their past achievements in the heptathlon and acknowledges that records are meant to be broken. They express the hope that their own records will stand the test of time, surpassing their own life expectancy. The quote conveys a sense of humility and acknowledgment that future athletes will continue to excel and push the boundaries of sports, possibly surpassing the speaker's own accomplishments. It reflects a graceful acceptance of the natural progression of athletic achievements.

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By Jackie Joyner-Kersee

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