Costa Rican athlete breaks into tears at surprising Icoder news: ‘I still can't believe it’ (video)

Costa Rican athlete Kaylin Myrie was overcome with emotion, breaking into tears upon receiving surprising news from the Icoder, the Sports and Recreation Institute of Costa Rica.

Myrie, a track and field athlete, had recently gained significant attention online due to a fundraising campaign launched to help her finance her trip to the Nacac tournament, scheduled to take place in Mexico. The campaign highlighted the financial challenges many athletes face in pursuing their international competitions.

Video footage captured the moment Myrie received the news, showing her unable to contain her tears and expressing her disbelief. "I still can't believe it," she appeared to say, her voice thick with emotion. The specific nature of the Icoder's announcement remains undisclosed in the initial report, but Myrie's reaction suggests it was overwhelmingly positive and directly addressed her travel needs for the upcoming tournament.

The incident underscores the dedication of athletes like Myrie who strive for international recognition despite resource limitations. Her viral fundraising efforts demonstrated the public's support for her aspirations, and the subsequent news from the Icoder appears to have provided a significant breakthrough, alleviating the financial burden and allowing her to focus on her athletic performance.