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Solène Avoulette: "I would have liked to stand out

At the end of this performance it is inevitably the disappointment which prevails...
September 4, 2022
 

"At the end of this performance it is inevitably the disappointment which prevails because I appeared below my level and my expectations, but it is only a postponement and we will work harder to come back stronger. Tactically, I had focused my strategy on punching and kicking back, but unfortunately, I didn't know how to put this strong point in place. That's what I missed because the fight itself was pretty close. I got into it well in the first round, but unfortunately afterwards it was the little details that made the difference. In addition, we had a good preparation and physically I was feeling good... In short, I have no excuse and it was a beautiful Grand Prix so I am disappointed not to have been able to stand out on such a beautiful event. However, I am having a great season. Each time I participate in an Open, I go to the final and I bring back a bronze medal from the last European Championships, but it is in these moments that you have to confirm, and I did not know how to do it today. Obviously a Grand Prix is not forgiving, there is no easy round, everyone arrives with a very high level. I'm going back home with a lot of experience, it gives me a taste of the Games, the big event in the next few months. Before that, we will focus on the next Grand Prix but especially the World Championships, where we will really have to be present!