About Richard
Richard Whitehead is a congenital double amputee, Paralympian, who now applies his determination and natural athleticism to long-distance running.Richard is the current world record holder for leg amputees in both the half and Olympic marathon distances. He is also the first ever leg amputee to complete the marathon in under 3 hours.
PERSONAL BEST TIMES11 April 2010 – Chicago Marathon 2:42:52 21 March 2010 – Reading Half Marathon 1:14:59 |
BIOGRAPHYHeight: 6ft 2″ Weight: 80kg Place of Birth: Nottingham Nationality: British Date of Birth: 19/07/1976 Place of Residence: Nottingham PROFILERACE RECORDS |
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