„Filosofia” lui David Popovici, care i-a schimbat viața lui Pan Zhanle: „Asta mi-a rămas cu adevărat în minte!”

David Popovici and Pan Zhanle developed a close friendship after initially competing against each other. Zhanle, who trained in Romania, learned valuable lessons from Popovici about managing pressure and enjoying the sport. He realized that focusing too much on times can be counterproductive and that performance should not come at the expense of enjoyment. Their bond deepened as they discovered shared interests and a similar fighting spirit. Zhanle acknowledged that training with Popovici significantly improved his mental approach to swimming, helping him to prioritize enjoyment over results.