Pandemic Protocols and Personal Struggles

This chapter delves into the chaotic experiences of athletes during the COVID-19 pandemic as they navigated absurd testing procedures, isolation protocols, and health mandates. Personal anecdotes emphasize the emotional and physical challenges faced in training and competition, reflecting on skepticism towards public health measures and vaccinations. The discussion unearths the ongoing impact of the pandemic on the sport and the broader societal perceptions of illness and health autonomy.