FOMO and 4am wake-up call get Pallister in the ocean
Lani Pallister won four gold medals and booked her spot at the world short course championships in Sydney this week, but that didn't stop her from flying to Queensland to win the Bluff to Bar ocean race.
Lani Pallister's dedication to her Surf Club came to the forefront on Saturday morning as she braved a 4am wake-up call to compete in the Bluff to Bar ocean swim at Alexandra Headlands. FOMO or fear of missing out appeared to be a factor for the Australian swimmer, who won her fourth gold medal of the week in the 800-metre freestyle, securing her spot on the 24-strong squad for the world championships.
Her commitment to the club was evident in her post-race Instagram update, alerting the club to her early departure for the swim. Pallister's performance in the ocean swim was nothing short of impressive, with her leading a strong field from start to finish and claiming a third-straight victory. This accomplishment, along with her consistency and perseverance, has earned her a spot on the Dolphins squad that will represent Australia at the Beijing world championships from December 1-6.
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