The context of the following conversation is At the qualifying race to move on to the statewide finals, Kendall was the last one to finish the race.:
Kendall says I can not believe that I came in last place..
The friend responds At least you finished the race..
Kendall responds Yes, but I did not qualify..
The friend responds So you need to be in the top ten?.
Kendall responds Yes, in order to move on to the statewide finals..
The friend responds Give it a try next year..