Citing fatigue and disenchantment after running at the top level since 1995, Ato tries to get out of competing in 2002 entirely.

Ato succumbs to pressure to run, and half-heartedly does so. It is his worst season as a pro, as he does not break 10.23 all year.

Things get even worse, a drunk driver hits him head-on in Trinidad and leaves his career in peril.  Doctors say be ready for a difficult 2003.