I just had that kick at the end. We worked together for the first two laps, but it's anybody's race after that.

It's not like my top priority. It's not an obsession.

He gives me pointers: Try to keep up with the front guys and stay strong ... words of encouragement.

I want to break his record in the mile but there's not too much pressure. I just want to be good at running because he was. He doesn't care if I run or not. I could be playing tennis.

He has run his race.

Dan understands the dynamics of what goes on here in athletics. He also relates well to the kids.