However, what caught Wang Ye's attention was...
The occasional surprised glances from a coach resting on a nearby bench press rack.
Judging by the look, it seemed like he knew Wang Ye from before.
Wang Ye couldn't resist under the coach's stare, so he put down the barbell and approached to ask.
"Have we met before?"
The coach didn't answer but instead asked, "Hey, are you the champion of the half-marathon a few days ago?"
Wang Ye was taken aback. He didn't expect to be recognized.
"Indeed, I am."
"I knew you looked familiar," the coach immediately grinned, "When you were on the podium, I happened to be in the audience. You have quite a sturdy build, not typical for a long-distance runner, yet you won the half-marathon. That's why you left an impression on me."
The young coach training Wang Ye also chimed in upon hearing this, "You're an athlete? No wonder you learn the moves so quickly, you have a foundation."
