VOICED: Cubano defiende titulo en Londres

VOICED: Cubano defiende titulo en Londres

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10th Grade - University

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Cuban athlete Dairon Robles, Olympic champion in the 110m hurdles at Beijing 2008, admits he is not in top form for the London Olympics due to ongoing injuries. Despite this, he emphasizes his commitment to his team and personal goals. Robles distinguishes between pressure and commitment, focusing on the latter as a driving force. The competition begins on Tuesday, where he will face rivals including Liu Xiang, with whom he had a controversial incident in Daegu 2011.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been affecting Dairon Robles' performance leading up to the London Olympics?

Change in coaching staff

New competition rules

Ongoing injuries

Lack of training

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Dairon Robles view the concept of pressure in relation to his performance?

As irrelevant

As a commitment

As a motivator

As a burden

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the upcoming competition for Dairon Robles?

It is a friendly match with no stakes

It is a chance to break a world record

It is his first international event

It is an opportunity to showcase the results of his hard work

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Dairon Robles' notable competitor in the upcoming event?

Liu Xiang

Mo Farah

Usain Bolt

Michael Phelps

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What incident occurred between Dairon Robles and Liu Xiang in the 2011 World Championships?

Robles was disqualified for obstructing Liu Xiang

Liu Xiang was disqualified for false start

Both athletes were injured

They tied for first place