Nothing predestined this child from an underprivileged background who left school at the age of 12 to become the national star who is winning victory after victory and galvanising a youth that is striving for its future.Today, Fallou Diop, in a country where the average monthly salary is about 180 euros, can earn up to 600 dollars p/ race. With this money, he helps his family financially. He pays for his siblings' schooling, has financed a new roof for his family and helps his neighbours in Niaga.