Decathlon world champ Pierce LePage dealing with low of missing Olympics

Pierce LePage knew his hopes of competing at the Paris Olympics were over in July. Nearly fourth months later, following surgery in August for a herniated disc in his back, it's still difficult to put into words for the Canadian and reigning world decathlon champion.

Decathlon world champ Pierce LePage dealing with low of missing Olympics
Canadian decathlete Pierce LePage competes in the javelin throw leg of the 10-event competition at the World Athletics Championships on Aug. 26, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary.

Pierce LePage knew his hopes of competing at the Paris Olympics were over in July. Nearly fourth months later, following surgery in August for a herniated disc in his back, it's still difficult to put into words for the Canadian and reigning world decathlon champion.