All Anthony can hear is the thousands of screaming fans cheering him on and his heart racing a mile and minute.  He has entered the last leg of the fifteen mile race and needs to pull all his strength from within if he wants to take the gold. He quickly eyes behind him and sees Dave right behind.  This only further motivates him to push ahead. Although he has trained for many years with Dave, the race separates the friendship temporarily.  For the outcome of the race will not affect,  their friendship, but only force them to train harder for the next season.
