I am very happy for the sweep. I wanted my teammates to run well, too. I am proud of Ethiopia and Africa. |
I knew that I could win in the last lap, with about a half-lap left. I knew I had better finishing speed, so I was not demoralized to see her taking the lead. I wasn't feeling very well. I had some stitches, and that was the reason (for letting her hold the lead). I won with God's will, and it was very hard...I hope to take many more medals in cross country. |
I wanted to win both races and I did. I'm planning to do that next time again. |
I wasn't that ill. I only missed three days. I'm feeling better now and I've been training well for this meet. |
I wasn't very ill and missed three days [of training]. I'm feeling better now. I've trained well for this meet. |
I'm very happy to make history. I 'm planning to do that again next time. |
What enabled me to win was strength of God. I was very tired. At one point I felt pain, and when I made the sign of the cross and asked God to help, I felt better. |