Orienteering race 1:50:50 [5] 6.1 km (18:10 / km) +190m 15:43 / km
West Point A meet classic event Green-Y course. This time I started messing up right from the start with major issues with controls 1 and 2. Stepped in a hole and sprained my ankle on the way to 1 but just kept running. Then stopped to help a junior runner who was asking me where he was. I don't think you're supposed to ask for help but this kid seemed a little frazzled. So, I pointed out where I thought we were. He still seemed confused and started following me and asking for more help. Finally I pointed out the nearest trail and left him. Next time that happens with a junior I should first ask where they think they are and try to make it more of a learning moment for them. I'm not sure what I was thinking with control 2. I had the right idea but then I thought I went too far so turned back. Then noticed the rock walls on the map that were also right in front of me and realized I had not gone far enough yet. After that I did OK and finished with very good sprint. My ankle is swollen and hurts. Can't run for a few days but should be able to bike.
