Jemima Montag leads 10,000m walk podium sweep after 'selfish' race behind Lizzy McMillen
Australian race walker Jemima Montag won the 10,000m event at the Commonwealth Games after utilizing drafting tactics behind teammate Lizzy McMillen. McMillen expressed frustration over the lack of cooperation, while Montag defended her competitive strategy.
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The story highlights the tension between individual competitive strategy and team dynamics in professional sports.
Jemima Montag (centre) made no apologies for her "selfish" race tactics, allowing Elizabeth McMillen (left) to lead for most of the race. ( AP: Kin Cheung )
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And it's all the better if you've got a few buddies with you.
Jemima Montag had two teammates alongside her in the race walk final in Glasgow, but once they hit the track, they certainly weren't mates.
The two-time gold medallist broke clear early in the 25-lap race around Scotstoun Stadium with fellow Australian Lizzy McMillen leading the way.
It looked like the pair might link up with some drafting techniques to avoid one racer getting buffeted by the Glasgow winds that have caused havoc on the track and field at these Games.
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