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Today’s competition was deeply symbolic for both me and Marietta, she stepped onto the mat alone — and against boys. The entire arena was watching her as she stood there, facing them. And in that moment, she had a choice: to give up, to be the “good girl,” small and comfortable… or to stand and fight until the very last point.

Winning or losing was never the most important thing. What truly matters is refusing to surrender. What matters is showing that you are not afraid.

There was not a single trace of fear in her eyes.

I know that feeling all too well — the feeling of standing alone against a system, against an environment where you must prove that you belong. In such moments, acceptance only comes when you show your character.

And I am grateful that today she was not alone, because I was there beside her.

I am endlessly proud of Marietta — proud of her courage, her spirit, her quiet inner strength. I saw no fear, no hesitation, only determination and the willingness to face every challenge head-on.

Sometimes the fears that seem the biggest turn out to be far less frightening than we imagine.
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