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“No,” he agreed. “But maybe that’s not why you run.”

She laughed quietly. “That’s not how rankings work.” CovertJapan - Rosa - After The Track Meet - Jap...

Coach Tanaka had left with the team bus, assuming she’d follow. Instead, Rosa stayed, watching the last officials coil up finish-line cables. “No,” he agreed

He sat a few seats away, respectful distance. “About?” assuming she’d follow. Instead

She turned. A young Japanese man in a track staff jacket held out a sports drink. “Saw your race. Good finish.”

“You know a good ramen place nearby?” she asked.

He smiled. “I know three.”