LIFE AFTER GOLD.

GOLD; QUALITY of life; OLYMPIC Games; OLYMPIC medals; FRIENDSHIP

This article from Sports Illustrated discusses the challenges and changes that Olympic gold medalists face after their victories. It highlights the experiences of Suni Lee, who won gold in gymnastics at the Tokyo Olympics. Lee's life drastically changed after her win, with increased attention, media appearances, and a disrupted college experience. The article also explores the phenomenon of post-gold depression and the pressure to continue achieving success. Despite facing kidney conditions and setbacks, Lee is determined to compete in the Paris Olympics and redeem herself by winning more medals. [Extracted from the article]

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