Liu Xiang's old rival Robles is eager to compete in the World Championships again, with the goal set straight to 2020

Athletics Base Camp Report - After two seasons of injuries, Cuba's "hurdle king" Robles is setting out to attack the World Championships in London.

Last week, Robles competed in a modest race in Havana, running 13.66 seconds in the 110-meter hurdles. It gave him confidence, the threshold of the World Championships was 13.48 seconds, so he had a good chance to fight for tickets, and there was a new game waiting for him right away.

"I'm trying every step, every movement, every training session... Every time I was happy, I gradually found a good state, and I experienced a lot. Robles said.

Of course, the painful memories of the past still torment him: "The biggest enemy of athletes is injury." For example, at the 2012 Olympic Games, he abandoned the final due to injury, which is his "worst memory" so far.

Now, Cuba's new generation of hurdles is also up, which gives Robles a new impetus. Robles said he likes to practice with rookies and always learns a lot.

However, in recent years, Cuba has transferred many famous players to other countries, such as the triple jump star Pichado (transferred to Portugal), and Ortega (transferred to Spain) who won the silver medal in the 110-meter hurdles at the Rio Olympic Games...

Robles loved his country and would not have any thoughts of leaving. Cuban officials were also very righteous, rewarding Robles with a sum of money, which he used to invest in the hotel business, which was also a contribution to the country.

This year's World Championships in London may be the veteran's fate-changing "war". He is eager to look up to his hero, Alain Johnson, who remained at the top of the world until the age of 37.

By the time of the Tokyo Olympics, Robles will be 33 years old and believes he has a chance to stand on the track in Tokyo. But now, trying to secure tickets to the World Championships in London is a top priority.

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