Coach Tanaka had left with the team bus, assuming she’d follow. Instead, Rosa stayed, watching the last officials coil up finish-line cables.
“No,” he agreed. “But maybe that’s not why you run.” CovertJapan - Rosa - After The Track Meet - Jap...
She turned. A young Japanese man in a track staff jacket held out a sports drink. “Saw your race. Good finish.” Coach Tanaka had left with the team bus,
“You’re still here.”