“We see upsets all the time in this sport. Anything can happen to anybody on any given day. Those two are just on a whole other level. It’s kind of motivating to me. They’re #1 and #2 of all-time. They are the best two in the sport. They are active, they’re in their prime right now… As a guy who’s a little bit of a peg down from them, it’s super motivating. I want to beat those guys more than anything – because if I'm able to beat them, I'm beating absolute legends of the sport.”
Payton Otterdahl joins the show after qualifying for his second Olympic Games in shot put. Payton shares about how he approaches head-to-head competition with shot put legends Ryan Crouser and Joe Kovacs, breaks down the depth of the shot put field that he’ll face in Paris, how his shot put practices compare to his actual competitions, how he uses the offseason to his advantage, and lots more. Hear more from Payton in this episode of the CITIUS MAG Podcast.
Hosts: Hosts: Chris Chavez | @chris_j_chavez on Instagram
Guest: Payton Otterdahl | @paytonotterdahl on Instagram
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Payton Otterdahl is an accomplished American shot putter, known for his powerful throws and competitive spirit. He gained recognition in the track and field world with standout performances at collegiate championships and has represented the United States in various international competitions.
Joe Kovacs is an accomplished American shot putter, known for his explosive strength and consistent performances. Born on June 28, 1989, he has won multiple world championship titles and is renowned for his remarkable throw of 22.91 meters at the 2019 World Championships, one of the furthest throws in history. Kovacs has also represented the United States at the Olympic Games, earning silver medals in both 2016 and 2020.
Ryan Crouser is an American shot putter born on December 18, 1992. He is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and holds the current world record in the shot put with a remarkable throw of 23.56 meters, showcasing his elite talent in track and field athletics.
