The Snail Sprinter

    By marshallluke100

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    22 Jun, 2024

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    Among all the competitors ready to race was an unlikely participant, Gary the snail. Despite his tiny size, Gary was determined to win the sprint race.

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    His competitor was the mighty bull who had a reputation for winning. He looked at Gary with scorn, confident that the race was already his.

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    As the race started, Gary slowly began to move, while the bull sprinted ahead, leaving a cloud of dust behind. The crowd watched in astonishment as the tiny snail continued his journey.

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    Gary had a secret weapon - a special potion. He drank it, hoping it would give him the speed he needed. However, it didn't seem to work. Gary didn't give up and kept moving.

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    Despite the potion not working, Gary somehow managed to cross the finish line before the bull. Everyone was in disbelief. Gary, the small snail, had won the sprint race against the mighty bull.

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    The crowd began to cheer, 'Gary, Gary, Gary,' as he was awarded the gold medal. The bull was upset but had to accept the defeat. Gary had proven that size doesn't always matter.

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    In Gary's honour, the townsfolk threw a huge street party. They celebrated his victory with laughter and joy. Gary, with his gold medal around his shell, was the hero of the day.

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    Gary was offered cola, hot dogs, and ice cream, treats he had never tasted before. The party was in full swing, and Gary was the star of the show.

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    Gary felt proud and happy. He had not only won the race but also the hearts of everyone in the town. His story became an inspiration for all, teaching them to never underestimate anyone based on their size.

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    As the night fell, the party came to an end. But the memory of the small snail who won the sprint race against the mighty bull would remain in everyone's heart forever.

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    Gary returned to his little home under a leaf, exhausted but content. He looked at his gold medal, a symbol of his victory, and felt a sense of achievement.

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    As he drifted off to sleep, he dreamt of more races and victories. But for now, he was just happy being Gary, the snail who won the sprint race.