Pascal Martinot-Lagarde was born on September 22, 1991 in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés. He is 110m hurdles specialist and holder of the French record in the discipline. Double European Champion and vice-world champion, French record holder in the 110 meter hurdles, He has one of the most successful records in French athletics.
Pascal Martinot-Lagarde began athletics at a young age and quickly displayed exceptional skills in the hurdles. A diligent worker, it was in the junior category that he achieved his first international performances. Today, he is one of the most consistent athletes on the circuit, and becomes a regular on international podiums. His professionalism, determination and consistency make him a valuable member of the national team.
Outside of athletics, this high-level athlete is also involved in philanthropic activities. He actively supports charitable organizations who encourage young people to participate in sports and adopt a healthy lifestyle. He pursues his performance goal in order to reach the world and Olympic holy grail, and make even more history in his sport. His inspiring story and remarkable performances make him a respected and admired athlete both on and off the track.
During this interview at theAlbar Le Vendôme HotelPascal Martinot-Lagarde shares the key moments of his career, from his beginnings to his worldwide fame. At a very young age, he began his training in the various athletics events before making his mark in the 110m hurdles. Through hard work and perseverance, he gradually rose to the top level. What he appreciates most about his specialty is the precision of the perfect movement, the technicality of the jump combined with the raw power of the run.
He then shares with us his emotional thoughts on one of the toughest events of his career, in 2017, when an injury kept him off the track for a while. He then discusses how he worked hard to get back on his feet and become European champion a year later.
Preparation for the 2024 Olympic Games
With the 2024 Olympics just a year away, Pascal also shares his approach to preparing for such a prestigious event at home. He attributes the keys to success to visualizing his race, not the result. Give your best at every moment To achieve the best possible result is, according to him, the attitude to maintain in order to be proud of oneself.
To conclude our interview on the question of post-career, his answer is simple: entrepreneurship, a challenge as stimulating as his high-level career, and which reminds him of many aspects of his daily sporting life.
Patrick Koune
In collaboration with Crescendo Management
Acknowledgments:
– Claudie Pierlot
– Michel Herbelin
– Maison Albar Hotels – Le Vendome – Paris
