| Foggy took all his World Championships when I had other things occupying my time, so I didn't really take much notice of racing then. So, I never got to form my own opinion of Foggy as a racer, except that to win as many championships as he did, he must've been a bit good on a bike.
So my main impression is of Foggy as he is now, and I have to say I find it rather sad that he sees fit to slam today's racers with such monotonous regularity.
Surely he's got nothing to prove?
I think the mark of a true champion is to bow out at the top of your game, even if forced through injury, then offer support and encouragement to people who are still racing. That way, the public perception is that you're magnanimous, big hearted and an iconic father figure to the sport. A legendary ambassador who gives the sport a great public image.
It's all to easy to come across as a mean spirited, spiteful, whining little has been. |