Harriette line thompson biography

92-year-old American woman who became the oldest runner to complete the marathon Country: USA

Harriett Thompson: The Oldest Female Marathon Runner

Overcoming Cancer and Setting a Record

Harriett Thompson, a 92-year-old American woman, has become the oldest female runner to complete a marathon.

She achieved this remarkable feat after battling and defeating oral cancer. Harriett Thompson, who hails from Charlotte, North Carolina, finished the 'Rock 'n' Roll' marathon in San Diego with a time of 7 hours, 24 minutes, and 36 seconds.

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As she crossed the finish line, she was greeted with warm applause and cheers from the crowd. Despite the challenges she faced, this was her sixteenth 'Rock 'n' Roll' marathon.

A Year of Trials and Loss

Harriett Thompson described this marathon as the most difficult one she has ever participated in. She explained that the year leading up to the race was particularly tough as she had to cope with the illness and eventual