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EJ Obiena not looking too far ahead, remains non-committal for LA 2028
Filipino pole vault star EJ Obiena is taking his time to decide whether to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, considering the significant personal sacrifices involved.
After a fourth-place finish in the Paris Olympics, Obiena acknowledged that committing to another four years of intense training in Italy, away from his family, is a major decision.
He explained that dedicating himself to the sport for another Olympic cycle would likely mean seeing his parents for only about a month each year.
Obiena emphasized that if he pursues the 2028 Games, it would require complete dedication, as he has evolved from a participant to a medal contender since the Tokyo Olympics.
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