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What did you think of the immediate medals that were handed out at World Athletic Championships in Eugene?

World Athletic Championships break tradition with immediate medal recognition

That's a good question. In my opinion, I think it was a really cool idea for them to get the athletes, the medals right then and there to let them know that everything they accomplished this year, they was received in that moment. And it was pretty cool for them to not wait until they actually had to do the medal ceremony thing, but for them to receive it right then and there. I think it was pretty cool in my opinion. I think they should continue to do that going forward with the world championships.

I think it was a great idea for athletes to be given their medals at the Meadows right away, rather than waiting for a medal ceremony. I think this should continue in the future for world championships.

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I thought the immediate medals handed out at the World Athletic Championships in Eugene were a really cool idea. It was great to see the athletes receive their medals right away, acknowledging their achievements in that moment. Skipping the traditional medal ceremony and giving them their medals on the spot was pretty cool, in my opinion. I believe they should continue this practice for future world championships.

What's your opinion on the World Athletics .01 second false start rule? 

Unveiling the World Athletics .01 Second False Start Rule

I didn't want to ignore this question, but to be honest, I have to be fair with you. I don't really know too much about this rule. Well, I heard about it, and I just haven't really educated myself enough on this rule to really fully understand and answer it very thoroughly. So once I understand and once I get good research of the rule and how everything's been going on, I could be able to answer this question for you very, very thoroughly.

I don't know enough about this room to give you a thorough answer, but I can learn more and get back to you.

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I must admit that I don't have sufficient knowledge about the World Athletics .01 second false start rule to offer a well-informed opinion. While I have heard about the rule, I haven't taken the time to thoroughly educate myself on its intricacies and implications. It would be unfair for me to provide an answer without proper understanding. Once I have thoroughly researched and familiarized myself with the rule and its context, I will be able to provide a more comprehensive response to your question.

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Vernon Larnard Norwood is an American track and field athlete who specializes in the 400 meters. Raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, he was a multiple time NJCAA national champion for South Plains College and four-time NCAA national champion for LSU Tigers. At the 2015 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Norwood finished 3rd to secure a spot for the US at the 2015 World Championships in Athletics for the 400 meters and 4x400 relay. At the 2016 IAAF World Indoor Championships, he won Gold in the 4x400 meters.