Ye Shaohua’s eyes were lowered as she stretched her hands, trying to get her body fully limber.
Waiting for the afternoon’s relay race.
This relay race was very important to her, as it was her only chance at the entire event.
The task this time was different from before; if she missed this opportunity, she would have to wait another four years.
So, this time she could only succeed, not fail, she had to go all or nothing!
At three o’clock in the afternoon, it was finally time for Ye Shaohua’s group in the freestyle relay.
The commentator was passionately narrating live.
Su Xiao sat resting on a chair to the side, while the Head Coach and Coach He spoke softly about Su Xiao’s upcoming training and paid no attention to the schedule of their four-person race.
"Ladies and gentlemen, good ... now we can see that the eight swimmers of the first leg are all ready in the waiting area ..." The commentator was from M Country and he introduced each lane’s first-leg swimmers first.
Then they waited quietly for the referee to blow the whistle, followed by the sound of the starting gun.
For Flower Country, the first leg was Mei Jiamin, the second was Liu Ke, the third was Shang Yihan, and the fourth was Ye Shaohua.
Although it’s hard to admit, Flower Country’s women’s freestyle relay team was indeed weaker compared to other countries. freёweɓnovel.com
Not to mention, the first three swimmers did not stand out internationally, falling three seconds behind the first place, and 0.35 seconds behind the seventh in the first leg.
Don’t underestimate 0.85 seconds.
In such international competitions, even 0.001 seconds could determine your ranking.
Because each swimmer represents the best from their country, even if there’s a gap, it wouldn’t be too large!
A one-second difference might mean falling behind by three places.
The previous World Championship’s 200-meter freestyle was won in 153.1458, with the second place clocking in at 153.5216, showing just how big a one-second gap can be.
When the second leg Liu Ke took over,
She fell another three seconds behind the first place, making it a six-second total.
And 1.27 seconds behind the seventh place.
The barrage of comments for Flower Country was simply unbearable to watch.
"Oh my God, can’t even beat competitors from N Country, why did the National Team send you guys?"
"Absolutely insane!"
"Such a disappointment!"
"Just finish quickly, I just want to see Su Xiao, thank you!"
The third leg was Shang Yihan.
When Shang Yihan was about to go, Ye Shaohua patted her shoulder, "Go for it, don’t be scared, whatever falls behind, I’ll earn it back."
Hearing the words, Shang Yihan glanced at Ye Shaohua, then pulled down her goggles and stepped up.
After taking over from Liu Ke, in the moment Shang Yihan hit the water, her mind was empty except for the deep gaze of Ye Shaohua looking at her—
Whatever falls behind, I’ll earn it back!
In this moment, Shang Yihan didn’t know where the courage came from; a surge of strength emerged from deep within, and she shot forward with her upper body, determined not to slow down the team!
"Believe in Ye Shaohua, okay?"
Each member of the audience had some expectations for the Flower Country swimming team.
That’s why when Hua Country’s team consistently ranked seventh, they couldn’t help but curse out loud.
At the Ye Family, who were watching the live broadcast, Ye Tongtong couldn’t help but laugh when she saw Ye Shaohua’s only race languishing in eighth place.
Especially the barrage of comments clamoring for Su Xiao to replace Ye Shaohua.
"That’s right, Ye Shaohua, such a ranking suits you perfectly. Grandfather is already preparing to revoke your qualification as the heir..."
On the field, it had come down to the last leg!
The final leg was crucial, with each country sending their best swimmers.
The commentator made sure to give a detailed introduction to the last swimmer.
"Lane two features Betty from E Country, who broke the 200m freestyle world record with a time of 152.1458, and we are really looking forward to Betty’s performance this time!"
The camera also gave a special focus on Ye Shaohua’s face. The commentator had some recollection of her, "This Flower Country swimmer is the one who last time successfully edged out athletes from H Country, L Country, and others. I’m also eager to see her perform this time."
"However, the one we’re most excited about is Betty from E Country, and she’s stepping up!"
This was the first time the commentator introduced a Flower Country athlete before they even dove in.
It goes to show just how noteworthy the original person’s international performance was!
Hearing the commentator’s words, Su Xiao too heard them. While she was listening to the Head Coach, upon hearing the introduction of Ye Shaohua, she glanced emotionlessly at Ye Shaohua standing by the poolside.
Looking forward to Ye Shaohua’s performance, huh?
Then she would just wait and see if Ye Shaohua could really make up for those ten or more seconds!
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