DIARY OF AN ATHLETE

Written by Trackandmemes, May 9, 2021

Liefde is a Belgian athlete specializing in the 400 meters. Promising would actually be a weak word to describe her as she only confirms her incredible level, season after season.  She and her long legs there. She is part of the Belgian national 4×400 relay, the Belgian Cheetahs, also composed of Cynthia Bolingo, Imke Vervaet, Hanne Claes, Camille Laus, Margo van Puyvelde, Hanne Maudens and Paulien Couckuyt, relay coached by Carole BAM.

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When my little brother was born, the pediatrician said he had athletic muscles. But when Liefde was born, they probably had to put a medal around his neck to save time. During the confinement, Liefde broke the Belgian indoor U20 record in 54.06. But this Saturday, May 8, she showed us that she doesn't intend to stop at this performance as she set the lap on fire in 53.92 at the meeting in Bruay-La-Buissière. This time is a golden ticket for the 2021 European Championships in junior category.

Were you fed on fufu with gumbo sauce? Because people would like to know why you are so amazing?

"AHAHAHAH, Ivorian food, there is nothing better! It's because when I was smaller I went to the boondocks and they blessed my legs, that's why "

We use the language of faith, so we won't beat around the bush. What must-have item will you take in your suitcase when you go to the Olympics?

"I have a locket my grandmother gave me as a baby that I've never taken off. I would also take my headphones/airpods for focus and to get in her bubble you already know. If I have room, my comforter (AHAHAH no joke) et ensuite mon ordi pour être sur Netflix, pour ne pas écouter Mariam ou Lucie parler dans la chambre AHAHAHA “

Ça doit être génial d’avoir un partenaire, également performant dans le milieu de l’athlétisme, et prêt à crier à gorge déployée lorsque tu entres dans le dernier virage. 3 mots pour décrire hadrien?

“ Seigneur Jesus, c’est vrai que c’est quelque chose deh mais 3 mots là ce n’est pas assez “

Ce week-end, on retiendra de Lili: « Liefde Schoemaker, une foulée sans forcée », ou encore « Liefde et ses longues jambes là », mais surtout « Liefde vient de gagner son golden ticket pour les championnats d’Europe juniors ». Quelle grâce.