“I Call Myself the Fastest Accountant in the World”: Track Sensation’s Dramatic Story Will Leave You Spellbound

If you look out for inspiration with a positive mindset, the world is full of it. People have been doing some crazy motivational work with their lives and setting examples for those who might need to hear it. Such is the story of Great Britain’s track and field star, Eugene Amo-Dadzie. The sprinter’s entry into the world of sports is an influential tale for everyone who is on the edge to follow their genuine passion but has been hesitant about taking the step.

Athletics Weekly recently uploaded an interview clip of Eugene Amo-Dadzie on their Instagram page. In the video, the athlete spoke about his career leap from an accountant to a sprinter. Moreover, he also left a message for people at the end. Let us have a look at what he had to say about his journey and the big message he shared.

Never give up on your dreams

Eugene Amo-Dadzie was recently competing in the European Indoor Championships. Dadzie stood 14 overall and reached the semifinals of the 60m sprint. As he finished his journey in the championship, he talked with Athletics Weekly and shared his motivational story with them. In the Instagram video, Dadzie revealed, “I call myself the fastest accountant in the world.” As long before becoming a sprinter, he became a qualified chartered accountant. However, things changed when at 26, he started following his passion and entered athletics.

He said, “My story into the sports is a bit of a unique one, 26 when I started going to around 10.93 my first season. Last year I went 10.05, and honestly, I haven’t set any expectations, and just continue to ask what goes before me.”

Further in the clip, the sprinter gave a shout-out to his magnificent team, who has helped him improve and grow throughout his career. Moreover, he also shared that he has been pretty intelligent in his training. As he began his journey late, he cannot compare himself with the young athletes about 20-21 years of age. He works according to his wear and tear capacity without trying to match the young competitors. On the other hand, he also shared a message for everyone, inside or outside the track, who is hesitant to pursue their dreams.

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While sharing the message, Dadzie said that people often doubt themselves because of growing age and if they can still do it or not. He expressed his thought and said, “If you have got a passion for something, go for it because, by conventional thinking and logical thinking, I shouldn’t be here. Anything is possible. So ya, that’s the big message for the people.” 

Fellow athletes and fans reacted to Dadzie’s inspirational story

As people watched this interview and heard the story of the British sprinter, they felt the inspiration surrounding them. Other than the fans, some fellow athletes also complemented this incredible journey traveled by Eugene Amo-Dadzie. An Olympian from Great Britain, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, revealed his feelings through an emoji as he commented: “🔥🔥🔥.” Whereas an Olympic silver medalist sprinter, Jamie Baulch, commented, “Great words! Good head on his shoulders…”

On the other hand, a few fans wrote,

“Brooooo!!! Well done man and God bless this journey. 👏👏👏👏👏”

“This is just the beginning! Well done bro!”

“What can incredible story🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿”

“Honestly!! Such an inspiration 🙏🏿👊🏿❤”

“Great role model”

The feat he has achieved is really inspiring. Whether it be moving to his passion at 26, or continuing to improve every year and going upwards, it has all been remarkable. What do you think about the British sprinter’s incredible journey and advice? Let us know in the comments section. 

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