A Blink Of An Eye From The Podium
The Story of Messi Clareta Alif: A Young Swimmer’s Journey of Resilience
Language: English - ISBN: 9789403960494
€5.24
Editorial Camino Claro
Synopsis
"What happens when your dream is only a blink away, yet the scoreboard says you finished fourth?"
At just nine years old, Messi Clareta Alif discovered a profound truth at the edge of the pool: the fourth position is the loneliest place to be. There is no medal, only the weight of being "almost there."
In the Blink of an Eye from the Podium is not just a sports biography; it is a masterclass in child resilience. Messi takes us through her transformative journey in Banyuwangi, Indonesia—from her foundational years with her first coach, Pak Parno, to her elite mental conditioning under head coach Bu Putri.
Curated by financial economist Dr. Suryaning Bawono, S.E., M.Si. and psychology expert Dashen Allen, PhD, this Bookazine explores the "Human Capital" of the next generation. It is an essential read for parents, coaches, and children worldwide who believe that a true champion is defined not by the color of their medal, but by their decision to never stop swimming.
About Messi Claretta Alif
Messi Claretta Alif is a representation of a new spirit from Banyuwangi, East Java. At the age of nine, her journey as a swimmer has forged her discipline and perspective on the world.
His athletic journey began under the tutelage of Mr. Parno, the first coach to lay the foundation of technique and courage to jump into the water. As he grew, the coaching relay was continued by Mrs. Putri, who now guides Messi to hone his technical rigor and mental toughness at a higher level of competition.
The book "A Blink from the Podium" was born from his experience of feeling fourth place—a distance that is only a fingertip from the podium, but provides a lesson as wide as the ocean. Under the auspices of Editorial Camino Claro, Messi is here to remind us that the process of character transformation is much more valuable than numbers on the scoreboard.
Through this debut work, Messi positions himself not only as an athlete, but as a narrator for anyone who is struggling beyond their own
Product specifications
| Binding | eBook (EPUB) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Publishing date | Thursday, 22 October 2026 |
| Edition | 1 |
| ISBN | 9789403960494 |
| Publisher | Editorial Camino Claro |
| Author | Messi Claretta Alif |
| Category | Sports and hobbies > Water sports |