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Prevolaraki: 'In wrestling, as in life, persistence wins - I hope to last until LA'
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Prevolaraki: 'In wrestling, as in life, persistence wins - I hope to last until LA'

From Ta Nea · (8m ago) Greek Positive tone

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Greek wrestler Maria Prevolaraki secured her 10th European medal, a silver, in the European Championships.
  • Prevolaraki expressed her deep love for wrestling and her determination to continue competing at a high level.
  • She reflected on her final match, acknowledging a tactical error and her ambition to compete until the 2028 Olympics.

Maria Prevolaraki, a celebrated figure in Greek wrestling, has once again proven her enduring prowess by clinching her 10th European medal, a silver, at the recent European Championships. This remarkable achievement underscores her consistent dedication and passion for the sport that has defined her career.

I am very happy to have a timeless good run in the European championships and certainly winning the 10th European medal makes me realize how much love I have for this sport, so that I continue to compete for so many years with the same will and the same passion for distinction and succeed.

— Maria PrevolarakiSpeaking about her 10th European medal and her continued passion for wrestling.

In her own words, Prevolaraki shared the profound joy and realization that comes with such a long and successful journey. "I am very happy to have a timeless good run in the European championships and certainly winning the 10th European medal makes me realize how much love I have for this sport, so that I continue to compete for so many years with the same will and the same passion for distinction and succeed," she stated. This sentiment highlights not just her athletic achievements but her deep emotional connection to wrestling.

I knew that this year I was in very good competitive shape, I saw it in the preparations I participated in before the European Championship, so this made me have confidence in myself.

— Maria PrevolarakiDiscussing her confidence before the European Championship.

Reflecting on the final match, Prevolaraki admitted to a tactical misstep, suggesting she might have taken more risks earlier in the second half against an opponent she didn't know well. "If I could turn back time, I would start from the beginning of the second half to open up a bit more and make some offensive attempts earlier," she mused. This introspection showcases her commitment to continuous improvement, even after decades of competition.

If I could turn back time, I would start from the beginning of the second half to open up a bit more and make some offensive attempts earlier.

— Maria PrevolarakiReflecting on her tactical approach in the final match.

Her mindset, characterized by persistence, is a key factor in her sustained success. "My experience all these years has shown me that in wrestling, as in life, persistence wins," she declared. This philosophy is evident in her dramatic semifinal comeback, where she secured victory in the final seconds. Looking ahead, Prevolaraki, who considered retiring after the Paris Olympics, now feels liberated and energized to potentially continue until the 2028 Games, embracing a less pressured approach to her sport.

My experience all these years has shown me that in wrestling, as in life, persistence wins.

— Maria PrevolarakiExplaining the mindset that keeps her at the top.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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