Overview

Paula Radcliffe is a retired British long-distance runner who is considered one of the greatest female marathon runners of all time. She held the women’s marathon world record for 16 years, with a time of 2:15:25 set at the 2003 London Marathon. Radcliffe won numerous major marathons, including London, New York, and Chicago. Her resilience and determination, often racing through adversity, have made her an inspirational figure in athletics.