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Desiree Davila 11th and PR in marathon at 2009 IAAF World Championships

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Uploaded by Ryan From Flotrack | August 23, 2009

Des runs under 2:30 for the first time, setting almost a 4 minute PR at 2:27:53.

Speakers: Desiree Davila

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21 comments

A large assed fan 3 years ago

When is your next marathon?

Cheryl Chapman 3 years ago

I am a junior in high school in Tampa FL and I wanted you to know that you are an inspiration to me. I admire the way that you go about your business without all of the fan fare of athletes like Kara and Shalane. Good luck and I hope that you continue to improve so that you can bring home a medal next time.

Lisa Aguilera 3 years ago

11th in th WORLD! Awesome Des!!!

Michigan Rulz 3 years ago

My new favorite runner. Don't ever turn into Kara Goucher.

Favorite Interview 3 years ago

This is my favorite interview from the whole championship.

Marmot84 3 years ago

Way to go Desiree! You showed maturity in controlling the pace and negative splitting that race. 11th at Worlds is awesome!

Don't run too many marathons. Save your talent for races that really count.

684 3 years ago

You did so awesome. I was rooting for you the whole time. I knew you could do it. You are the biggest inspiration to me.

Dave Larson 3 years ago

Way to go Desi. Cracking 2:30 is an awesome accomplishment. One phrase...Ein grosses Bier bitte.

Gabriel Rodriguez 3 years ago

Congratulations, Desi! We are so very proud of your performance and accomplishment. Enjoy your time in Europe!

Raul 3 years ago

Is she cool or what?

eafwn 3 years ago

He'll take you up, he'll bring you down,
He'll plant your feet back firmly on the ground.
He flies so high, he swoops so low,
He knows exactly which way he's gonna go.
Timothy Leary.

Cameron Potter 3 years ago

what a great reward for your work.

you're someone i tell the teenagers i work with about--an 18 min. hs xc runner who patiently works her way to the top.

Ricardo Salvador 3 years ago

WOW! What an incredible achievement! Best wishes for continued improvement and success. You looked superb, steady and always in control on the Universal Sports coverage (you were shown at least three times, and each time the commentators noted the unique work it is to run alone, rather than working with a chase group.)

What a gracious comment regarding nearly catching Kara at the end, after she faded from "knocking heads with the leaders." Your record, your youth and your attitude show that there are great things in store for you in the near future. Thanks also for engaging a complete stranger in conversation at last year's Detroit Free Press Marathon expo.
Best of luck with everything that's coming, but in the meantime, enjoy Europe and a much deserved rest!

Jesse Williams 3 years ago

nice work Desi!!! Now have fun in Europe!!

Victoria Jackson 3 years ago

Des!!! Baller!!! Great race and great interview! Soooo happy for you! 2:27 is turbo fast! Enjoy your Euro trip and all those great sights and beers! Here's some more exclamation points, just for fun!!!!!!

Max Group 3 years ago

Great race! You deserved this one!

3 years ago

Congratulations, Desiree!
She was definitely prepared and ready for this. Awesome.

3 years ago

So does she get the Brooks 100k a year now for going under 2:31?

GonzoB 3 years ago

absolutely Jeff; delightful young lady, future looks bright

Jeff Abbott 3 years ago

Congrats! What a great race. I love the line about not racing for the win...yet! good spirit and probably a lot more to come in the future.

Panthervision 3 years ago

Great job Desi! Huge PR, top 11 in the world! It seems like you are starting to replicate what Brian did on the men's side at Hansons in dropping huge chunks of time and starting to place high up at Worlds. 2012 Olympic team is a realistic possibility.