Legendary rapper and producer Dr. Dre is adding a new goal to his already impressive resume: competing in archery at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Dr. Dre, the legendary rapper and producer who has made an indelible mark on the West Coast rap scene and beyond, has set his sights on a new challenge: competing in the 2028 Olympics in archery.
Dre, who grew up in Compton and has long been a symbol of Los Angeles, announced his aspirations in an interview with Entertainment Tonight this week. "I'm trying to try out for the Olympics in 2028... I'm deadass serious," he said.
Dr. Dre Sets His Sights on Archery Gold in 2028 Olympics
Archery is not a foreign concept to Dre. He revealed that he started playing around with it in junior high before putting it aside for a while. However, his son recently bought him a setup, which he has set up in his backyard.
"I practice at 90. Wouldn't that be interesting?" he said, referring to the qualifying distance for the Olympics, which is 77 feet.
Dr. Dre Sets His Sights on Archery Gold in 2028 Olympics
Dre's pursuit of Olympic glory in archery is particularly poignant given that the 2028 Games will be held in his hometown of Los Angeles. The city's iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, where Dre was honored with a star earlier this year, will be within sight of the Olympic venues.
Dre's dream of competing in the Olympics is not without precedent. Athletes from various backgrounds have successfully transitioned to archery from other sports.
Dr. Dre Sets His Sights on Archery Gold in 2028 Olympics
South Korea, a powerhouse in archery, has produced numerous Olympic medalists who started out in other disciplines. For instance, Kim Soo-nyung, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, was a former gymnast.
Dre's determination and competitive spirit are well-known. His entry into archery could inspire others to pursue their own Olympic dreams, regardless of their age or background.
The United States has a rich history in archery at the Olympics, with 14 gold medals. However, the country's last gold in the sport came in 1996. Dre's pursuit of Olympic glory could help break this drought and revitalize archery in the United States.
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