Lewis calls for support and momentum for London Olympics

by Michael Bascombe

LEVERKUSEN, Germany, August 31, 2011 – Grenada’s top triple jumper Randy Lewis wants sustained momentum going into next year’s Olympic Games in London.

Lewis, who was commenting on the performance of world 400m champion Kirani James, believes the focus should shift to support for the athletes at the London Games.

“I think this is something that we should carry with us all the way to next year’s Olympic Games. This burning desire, said Lewis.

“A lot of people are supporting us whether we want to believe it or not, said Lewis who abandoned his 2011 season due to injury.

Lewis, who has a personal best of 17.49m, had to withdraw from the Grenada team after he was diagnosed with tendinitis, an injury common to jumpers.

“It was unfortunate but I can’t do anything about it right now. After the indoor season I was jumping 17 metres and more in training,” he said.

“I tried to compete but I was advised to rest the injury so I made the decision to end the season and treat, recover and prepare for next year,” said Lewis.

However, following his recovery Lewis is expected to participate in some indoor meets as he prepares for the summer season.
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