Chapter 007 Plan B
I like tall legged oppas
"Fool!" Xu Wenlin from Lane 4 glared at Du Ke and cursed.
21 - 40 is considered a professional level, equivalent to the standard of a first-level athlete, which corresponds to the level of active athletes in provincial and municipal sports teams
Du Ke saw several people on the right side of the stands waving at him; they were his teammates. This group of teammates consisted of 7 individuals, and Su Yun was now also seated in the stands. Du Ke faced the right side of the stands, leaned his body backward, and struck a pose resembling that of drawing a bow to shoot a big eagle, imitating Bolt's signature celebration move
Su Yun is at the level of a second-tier athlete, and she was just eliminated in the preliminaries. Therefore, Du Ke is still under some pressure
Du Ke's teammates burst into laughter in an instant, and even the usually downcast Su Yun was amused by Du Ke.
Du Ke turned his head and glanced at the two competitors in lanes 4 and 5 on the right. The competitor in lane 4, wearing a silver swim cap, is from the sports academy. The competitor in lane 5, wearing a red swim cap, is a second-level athlete. Wow, wearing such a flashy swim cap, Little Red Riding Hood.
A score of 120 or above is considered to be at an incredible level, which likely indicates an existence that surpasses the known limits of humanity
Oh dear, you big fool, just take a look and you might die!
The reasonable application of competition rules creates even a 1% chance of victory, and it is essential to attempt this; all of this was taught to him by Du Ke's maternal uncle
Jiang Zhigang looked at Du Ke's back and murmured, "Garen? Which country's athlete?"
Jiang Zhigang formulated two tactical plans for Du Ke. Plan A is "Follow closely in the early stage, rise in the later stage," which means to take the initiative after the opponent. Plan B is "Increase frequency sharply within the first 50 meters, take the lead over the opponent, creating psychological pressure on them; the greater the pressure, the higher the likelihood of mistakes," which means to take the initiative from the start
The competitor in fourth place has been left behind by Du Ke by a margin of one and a half body lengths. The strength of the top three competitors, Xu, Zhou, and Du, is clearly superior to that of the other competitors. It seems that the two spots in the finals will be contested among these three individuals
A total of 25 participants registered for the men's 400-meter freestyle event, which has the fewest number of registrants compared to the short-distance events.
After the fourth turn, the competitors entered the 200 to 250 meter stage. When they reached 225 meters, the rankings for second and third place changed once again, as Du Ke surpassed Zhou Junwei to reclaim the second position
In formal swimming competitions, aside from the officiating team, coaches and any other individuals are not allowed to approach the pool. In less formal competitions, some coaches may remind athletes how many meters are left, but this is unnecessary in formal competitions. After each lap (100 meters), the assistant referee will flip a sign at the poolside to inform the swimmers how many laps remain. When there are only 100 meters left, the assistant referee will ring a bell, the sound of which is clear enough for even the spectators in the stands to hear. After each lap (100 meters), the assistant referee will flip a sign at the poolside to inform the swimmers how many laps remain. When there are only 100 meters left, the assistant referee will ring a bell, the sound of which is clear enough for even the spectators in the stands to hear
Currently, in the 200 meters event, Xu Wenlin from lane 4 is temporarily in first place, followed by Zhou Junwei from lane 5 who is half a body length behind in second place, and Du Ke from lane 2 who is slightly less than half a body length behind Zhou Junwei in third place
"Very good, it seems you have no burdens." Jiang Zhigang nodded, feeling quite satisfied with Du Ke's relaxed state, "Who said this? It has quite a commanding presence."
Du Ke employed a blitzkrieg tactic, taking advantage of his opponent's unpreparedness to surge ahead and become the frontrunner. However, his lead was not substantial; after the first turn, he was ahead of the second-place Xu Wenlin by a body length, and after the second turn, he was only ahead by half a body length.
"Where did this brat come from?" Zhou Junwei from lane 5 scoffed disdainfully
Dudewey: "It's not like his mother either, he was led astray by his uncle. Nephews really do resemble their uncles in this way"
While it is certainly important to bring glory to our school, obtaining systematic rewards is even more crucial. It is essential to advance to the finals, as only by reaching the finals can one achieve a ranking and fulfill the systematic tasks.
At this moment, Du Ke was already feeling fatigued and was under considerable pressure, as he experienced the strength of his two formidable opponents. He was fighting with all his might in a desperate struggle
Hu Yucheng: "Old Du, what are you bringing me to see? This is just the provincial sports meet, what is there to see? You aren't still thinking of having me recruit Du Ke into the city team, are you? How old is he this year, he must be around twenty, right?"
Thus, Du Ke took the initiative, entering the water with rapid strokes, fully unleashing his power and propelling himself at high speed. After the first 50 meters turn, he was in first place
A score of 60 or above is considered international level, which means it represents the top athletes among national-level competitors, those with international competitiveness, and international-class athletes
Xu Wenlin and Zhou Junwei both consider themselves to be professional swimmers, and they are quite ambitious. Both are aiming for a medal in the finals, even a gold medal, and are unwilling to fall behind an unknown competitor. After the first turn, they both increased their stroke frequency, striving to catch up with Du Ke.
Most of those who criticize Du Ke for being pretentious are boys from other schools, while those who praise him are predominantly girls. Asian Games City is not far from Nankang University Town, just three subway stops away. It is now a little past 4 PM, and many university students have come here to watch the matches, as it is free and they can also see beautiful girls and handsome guys. Boys are fond of big-breasted girls, while girls prefer tall oppas, each fulfilling their own desires
Many female viewers have begun to comment on the seven male contestants preparing for the competition
At the sound of the starting signal, the seven competitors pushed off the platform with force, leaping into the air and diving into the water to begin the race
It seems that Du Ke has reached a state of hatred, as the other six opponents have expressed varying degrees of dissatisfaction towards him
It is quite similar to what I have learned
Duke clenched his fists tightly and growled, "The light of Demacia will shine upon the entire world"
41 to 60 are at the national level, meaning they are national-level athletes, classified as elite athletes
Du Ke began to stretch his legs and swing his arms, as it was soon his turn to take the stage
According to the system's rating system, a score below 10 is considered amateur level; a score between 10 and 20 is classified as semi-professional level, equivalent to the standard of a second-tier athlete
After the athlete's identity was confirmed, Du Ke stood on the diving platform of lane 2. The other six competitors also took their positions on their respective platforms.
Somewhat cunning, it may contradict the principles of fair competition advocated by Coubertin. However, from the perspective of military strategy and tactics, this is known as the art of deception in warfare. Analyzing it from the standpoint of sports psychology, it can be understood as the notion that the opponent's mistakes serve as the foundation for my victory
Jiang Zhigang made an apologetic gesture and slowly walked towards the waiting area, turning back three times with each step. He was not unaware of the rules; he was indeed a bit excited.
At this moment, Jiang Zhigang rushed from the athletes' waiting area to the poolside, shouting at Du Ke: "Du Ke! The last hundred meters! Maintain, maintain this pace!" He was excited to see Du Ke reclaim second place.
Du Ke's speed and endurance are both at 13, which corresponds to the level of a second-tier athlete, but his technique and explosiveness are both below 10, indicating an amateur level. Overall assessment shows that in the freestyle event, he has just reached the level of a second-tier athlete
To say there is no pressure is to put on a facade; Du Ke does experience some pressure. The main attributes of the swimming event are as follows: his speed and endurance are rated at 13, his technique at 9, and his explosiveness at 7
Old Du, I understand that you are eager for your son to succeed and want Du Ke to take over your position and become a professional swimmer. However, at 19 years old, he is not exactly young and has basically reached a certain level of development. The newcomers we train in our team generally join at the age of 15 or 16. For instance, someone joined our city team at 13, entered the provincial team at 14, and represented the national team at 17 in the Asian Championships. Don't you think 19 is a bit on the older side?
However, his second place only lasted a few seconds before he fell back to third, as Zhou Junwei surpassed Du Ke to become second.
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Beside Dudwei sat a middle-aged man, his former teammate Hu Yucheng, who is currently the coach of the city swimming team. Hu Yucheng smiled at Dudwei and said, "Your young master Du is as impressive as ever, much more spirited than you, you dullard, just like his mother"
The task requires him to achieve a ranking in an official competition, so Du Ke must qualify for the finals, which means he must at least place eighth. If he does not qualify for the finals, he will not have a ranking
The one in lane 4 is quite handsome, his physique is really good
After the third turn, entering the 150 to 200 meter stage, Xu Wenlin surpassed Du Ke to become the new leader, while Du Ke was pushed into second place
The seven contestants crouched down, ready.
At this moment, the assistant referee by the pool rang the bell to remind the athletes that there are only 100 meters left
In contrast to short-distance events, the 400-meter race requires more meticulous tactical arrangements, including pace, stroke frequency, and the timing of acceleration. It involves knowing when to conserve energy and when to unleash power, emphasizing a sense of rhythm
The 200-meter events have now concluded, and the next event is the men's 400-meter freestyle preliminaries
The entire venue was filled with hundreds of spectators in a cacophony, some amused by Du Ke, some criticizing him for being pretentious, others reveling in the chaos, and still others praising Du Ke
After entering the water, Du Ke's tactical thinking was very clear, with nothing to hold back, making a full effort to fight his way into the finals
Just turned nineteen, with potential yet to be explored
What Du Ke can rely on now is his skills, and perhaps a bit of luck
25 contestants are divided into four groups for the preliminary round, with the top two from each group advancing to the finals. Du Ke is placed in lane 2 of the first group, which consists of 7 contestants, while the other three groups each have 6 contestants.
Du Ke struck a pose reminiscent of Bolt's celebration, perhaps with a hint of arrogance, but his actions were not without purpose; he was engaging in psychological warfare. He hoped that his ostentatious behavior would attract some animosity, thereby influencing the emotions of his opponents
Du Ke must at least be faster than one of these two opponents in order to secure second place in the group and advance to the finals
At this time, the judging panel has confirmed the electronic timing device, and the electronic starter has issued the preliminary signal, reminding the seven competitors to prepare for the start
Garen. Du Ke walked towards the referee area with his hands behind his back and announced that the competitors for the men's 400-meter freestyle preliminary round, first heat, should prepare
Among various types of athletes, swimmers undoubtedly possess the most well-proportioned physiques. Their muscles may not be the most explosive, but the body lines of competitive swimmers are mostly graceful and fluid, resembling the flow of water. Swimming is a sport that greatly contributes to body shaping.
The male athlete in lane 2 striking a pose is quite cool
So, I was right to invite you to watch the swimming competition, wasn't I? Look, such a large group of shirtless young men, and it's the live version too
The judging panel is currently verifying the timing device, and it is estimated that the starting signal can be sounded in about half a minute.
According to the intelligence gathered by Jiang Zhigang, if Du Ke wishes to advance to the finals, he must face the challenges posed by two main competitors. Xu Wenlin in Lane 4, who comes from the Municipal Sports College and is a student majoring in swimming. And Zhou Junwei in Lane 5, who comes from the Jilin University Zhucheng Branch and holds a Level 2 swimming athlete certificate
"Put down the burdens, transcend oneself, and implement according to Plan B." Jiang Zhigang patted Du Ke on the shoulder and said a very official encouraging remark
Please return to the waiting area! A stern assistant referee said to Jiang Zhigang.
After the fifth turn, as they entered the 250 to 300 meter stage, Zhou Junwei, who was in third place, suddenly unleashed a powerful surge, surpassing Du Ke to become second. This was not the end; with unwavering momentum, he cut through the waves and, upon reaching 290 meters, overtook Xu Wenlin, who was in first place, becoming the new leader
On the left side of the stands, a middle-aged man was caught between laughter and tears. He is Du Ke's father, Du Dewei, a former member of the provincial swimming team, and currently a deputy section chief at the Sports Lottery Center, overseeing three staff members.
The handsome guy in lane 5, wow, he even has tattoos, so unique.
If there is no absolute strength, Plan B carries a certain element of risk, as the climax arrives too early, leading to a situation where one is left with little power in the later stages. However, Jiang Zhigang still suggested that Du Ke take a gamble, considering it a way to accumulate experience. Du Ke also favored Plan B, believing that fortune favors the bold. There is only one opportunity in the preliminary round; if not now, when?
Xu Wenlin and Zhou Junwei rank second and third, respectively, and they are Du Ke's strongest competitors. Du Ke's sprinting pace at the start caught them somewhat off guard