American boxer who became a Russian citizen Roy Jones Junior, after the 60-meter exhibition race as part of Athletics Week, said that he was not ready to run, but saw the attitude of the public towards him and decided to go to the start.
On Tuesday, demonstration races were held on Nikolskaya Street in Moscow as part of Athletics Week.
“It’s my second family.” These people are truly like my family. Anything I can do to inspire or help them, I will try to do. Even if it kills me, I’ll try to do it.
— What do you think of Russian track and field athletes?
– I love them. I think they are very strong people. Because almost everyone turned against them.
—Have you ever participated in such events?
— No, this is the first time I have participated in such events.
— What are your emotions?
— Emotions are always positive, because you never know what to expect the next day. But when you see that people love you so much, it inspires you emotionally and for that you are ready to give them everything you have.
— Do you run in your daily life?
– No, I can’t take it anymore. My legs hurt. I wasn’t supposed to run today, but because people love me so much, I had to run today.
— Can you give advice to young people? What do they have to do to be like you?
— My advice to young people: no drugs, no alcohol and as little sugar as possible. Try to stay fit and tidy. Pay attention to yourself and your body. You want your body to grow no matter what you do. If you don’t exercise, you won’t be in better shape. If you look to that, it’s great,” correspondent reports Jones Jr.’s words.
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I am Ashley Ortiz and I am a professional journalist working for Athletistic. My specialty is in sports journalism, particularly boxing. I have written articles for some of the most renowned publications on the subject, and my work has been featured across both print and digital media platforms.
