Olympic Legend Greg Louganis on Outliving and Outperforming Expectations
Death, Sex & Money
Resilience in the Face of Adversity
This chapter details the battle of an Olympic athlete, torn between their groundbreaking achievements and the personal challenges posed by an HIV diagnosis. As they prepare for the 1988 Olympics, they navigate the dual pressures of maintaining peak performance and keeping their status secret from family and peers. The narrative underscores the themes of determination, mental preparation, and the emotional toll of competing during a tumultuous period in the athlete's life.
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