The Rival's Return (A competitive but civil statement)

The Florida competitor returned.

Slightly leaner.

Still confident.

We stood parallel.

Measured distance.

He said, “Humidity’s coming.”

I said, “I’ve trained.”

He nodded.

We respected each other’s silhouettes.

Competition sharpens the outline.

Official Statement:
“Preparation silences doubt.”

Respect. The. Hair.