A former champion reflects on her unexpected defeat, revealing her curiosity about the experience of losing after years of victory. The athlete shares candid thoughts on how the setback has reshaped her perspective on competition and resilience. Her openness about the emotional weight of failure offers a rare glimpse into the mindset of a high-performing competitor. The piece explores whether this moment could mark a turning point in her career or simply a humbling lesson.
Well, Susan Reynolds did say she wanted to know what it felt like to lose, right?
