In an intriguing revelation from a recent press conference, Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe admitted that one of his teammates, Luka Modric, has consistently outpaced him and Vinicius Jr. during relay races, despite being one of the more senior members of the squad.

Mbappe, renowned for his incredible speed on the field, has long been considered one of the fastest players in the world. Many expected that he and Vinicius would dominate speed drills and relay races within the Real Madrid team. However, according to Mbappe, Modric’s speed on the training ground has come as a surprise to him and the rest of the squad.

“I used to think I was the fastest player here,” Mbappe remarked, acknowledging his initial confidence in his abilities when he joined Madrid. “Then we did some relay races, and he [Modric] beat me every time.”

Mbappe’s comments reflect both respect and surprise for Modric, a player renowned more for his skill, vision, and playmaking ability than for raw speed. The revelation that the 38-year-old Croatian midfielder can outpace younger talents like Mbappe and Vinicius Jr. underscores his dedication to maintaining top physical fitness and dispels the notion that age has slowed him down.

This admission adds a new layer of appreciation for Modric among fans and fellow players. Though typically praised for his tactical brilliance, he now seems to possess a lesser-known attribute of speed that places him ahead even of Real Madrid’s fastest stars.

The statement from Mbappe has sparked discussions within football circles about the importance of experience, technique, and the capacity to maintain athleticism beyond what’s expected with age. Fans are now eagerly watching to see if Modric’s speed will play a more prominent role in Real Madrid’s upcoming games, particularly as Mbappe and Vinicius now have some extra motivation to catch up to their seemingly ageless teammate.