Born in Kitchener, Ontario, Benjamin's connection with running was forged in the crucible of his early years. His passion for the sport was ignited during his tenure at the University of Michigan, where he notched remarkable achievements, including a Big Ten Championship title.Â
Flanagan's crowning glory, however, came in 2018 when he clinched the NCAA 10,000m title in an exhilarating 28:34.53. This commendable feat placed him head and shoulders above his contemporaries, stamping his authority as an athletic powerhouse.Â
His accolades didn't stop there. At the 2020 Canadian Cross Country Championships, Flanagan triumphed yet again, securing a victory that further reinforced his status as an endurance running maestro.Â
Despite these triumphs, Benjamin's journey hasn't been devoid of setbacks. His 2019 season was marred by an injury that sidelined him for months. However, he bounced back with characteristic resilience, underscoring his ethos: "The important thing about failure is not the fall, but how you rise afterward."
A testament to his indomitable spirit is an anecdote from his NCAA win. Unaware of his leading position in the last lap, Flanagan asked a spectator, "Am I winning?" The affirmative response spurred him on to a triumphant finish, encapsulating his relentless pursuit of excellence.
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