Though he lost to the two - time world championships medalist , 3 : 41.85 to 3 : 42.18 , Avila was encouraged .
Two weeks later , Avila had the opportunity to race Centrowitz in the 1500 at the Oregon Relays .
Though Avila lost to the two - time world championships medalist , 3 : 41.85 to 3 : 42.18 , Avila was encouraged .
Two weeks later , Avila had the opportunity to race Centrowitz in the 1500 at the Oregon Relays .