Food fighters in Japan think of themselves as athletes. They have a higher recognition of the game and are constantly thinking about records. I probably won’t continue for long because it puts pressure on the body. But I am at the age where I can perform my best.
Meaning of the quote
In Japan, people who compete in eating contests see themselves as athletes. They take the competitions very seriously and are always trying to set new records. Takeru Kobayashi, a famous Japanese competitor, says he probably won't do this for much longer because it's hard on his body. But he's at the age where he can perform his best in these challenges.
About Takeru Kobayashi
Takeru Kobayashi is a Japanese competitive eater who has won the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest six times. He is known as the “godfather of competitive eating” and has helped popularize the sport.
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Food fighters in Japan think of themselves as athletes. They have a higher recognition of the game and are constantly thinking about records. I probably won’t continue for long because it puts pressure on the body. But I am at the age where I can perform my best.
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