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Addressing the expectation to play, the athlete spoke candidly about the fear of underperforming due to his weakened physical state. He questioned if it even made sense to step onto the field while feeling so light and fragile, weighed down by the physical toll his body had taken.
Although his workouts were still intact and his body felt healthy overall—without any external signs of illness—it was clear that the inability to eat remained a critical barrier. The contrast of his physical capability versus his nutritional limitations led him to explore alternatives, mentioning smoothies being easier to handle than solid foods.