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Days After Ryan Crouser Breaks His Record, US Legend Calls Out Lack of Attention to His Achievement

Published 06/01/2023, 6:38 AM EDT

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The Unsung Hero Ryan Crouser, Broke the record for the longest shot put with a throw of 23.56 meters. World Athletics later rejected the April 2023 record at UCLA’s Drake Stadium. Ryan set a new benchmark at the Los Angeles Grand Prix on Saturday, 27 May 2023. With an awe-inspiring career, Ryan Crouser is an exceptional American athlete specializing in the shot put and discus. With an impressive track record, including two Olympic Gold medals, and currently holding the world record in the shot put event, Crouser is a dominant force in his field.

While Ryan Crouser’s accomplishments speak for themselves, seeing him not receiving the recognition he deserves is disheartening—however, some rally behind him, such as Michael Johnson, who supports Crouser’s talents. The question remains: Will Ryan Crouser finally receive the appreciation he deserves for his remarkable achievements?

Michael Johnson highlights the disparity faced by Ryan Crouser

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An American sprinting legend,  He held world and Olympic records in the 200m and 400m events. He was considered one of the greatest sprinters in track and field history. Michael Johnson’s support stems from his recognition of Crouser’s exceptional achievements and dominance in the shot put field. Although the recognition lacked for Ryan Crouser as compared to other star athletes like Mondo, Sydney, Fred, or Noah.

As a former Olympic champion and highly respected figure in the track and field community, Johnson may find it puzzling that Crouser’s accomplishments have not garnered the same attention and recognition as other athletes. Ryan did many things in his career, as Crouser’s success in the 2017 World Championships propelled him to new heights. With a personal best throw of 22.65 meters, he secured a silver medal, narrowly missing out on the gold by 0.1 meters to Tom Walsh of New Zealand. This achievement began Crouser’s ascent to new heights in the shot put world.

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 Ryan Crouser’s Extraordinary Journey in Shot Put

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Ryan Crouser, an American shot put athlete, was born in Portland, Oregon, on December 18, 1992. Ryan Crouser comes from a family deeply rooted in the throwing discipline. His father, Mitch Crouser, not only represented the United States as an alternate for the U.S. Olympic team in 1984 but also competed as a thrower at the University of Idaho. Crouser pursued his education at the University of Texas, achieving remarkable success in the shot put discipline. While there, he secured four NCAA titles and set the indoor and outdoor shot put records. 2012 he was honored as the Big 12 Indoor Freshman of the Year.

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Nevertheless, at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Crouser experienced a significant breakthrough on the international stage. He delivered a stunning performance by surpassing the 28-year-old Olympic record in the shot put event with an impressive throw of 22.52 meters (73 feet, 10+1/2 inches). This exceptional achievement earned him the prestigious gold medal at the Olympics.

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Ryan Crouser’s remarkable achievements in the shot put, and his lack of recognition bring attention to the disparity in attention given to different athletes. Despite his undeniable talent and impressive records, Crouser has been overlooked, which is disheartening. It is challenging for the sports community and fans to rectify this disparity and give Crouser the appreciation he deserves. Let us celebrate his contributions and ensure his talent and dedication are acknowledged. The ball is in our court to honor this unsung hero and highlight his extraordinary accomplishments.

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