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@IlliniMTrack Commit Overcomes Flu to Win State

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Men's Cross Country

@IlliniMTrack Commit Overcomes Flu to Win State

Article taken from FloTrack

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"Jon Davis is wrapping up a near-perfect senior year. The Fithian, Illinois, native recently claimed the 1600m-3200m double for Oakwood High School at the state meet despite suffering from the stomach flu just two days prior. Now, the University of Illinois commit wants to run even faster.

FloTrack caught up with Davis about his senior year, his goals for Festival of Miles, breaking the four-minute mile, and more. 

How was the Illinois state championship?
I ended up with both championships in the small class, but the times weren't what I wanted. 

What were you hoping for?
8:50-ish for the 3200m. The 1A record is 4:09 for the 1600m, set by Dorian Ulrey, and I wanted to go after that, but settled for the win because I was feeling crappy." 

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