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The recounting of the race provides a vivid description of the atmosphere during the competition. The swimmer recounts sharing the final heat with Leah Thomas—a 6'4" individual competing against women, highlighting a stark physical difference. The contrast in their appearances, specifically the mention of a bulge in Leah's swimsuit compared to a female competitor’s swimwear, adds a layer of absurdity to the moment, making the swimmer feel like they had entered "the Twilight Zone."