Worlds oldest marathon runner dies in a hit-and-run at 114
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Singh's remarkable journey from grief to global inspiration proves that age is just a number when it comes to human potential. His transformation from a devastated farmer who lost his son in a tragic accident to an international marathon sensation demonstrates the healing power of sport and determination. The fact that he started running at 89 and continued until 101 shows that it's never too late to pursue dreams and make a meaningful impact on the world.
While Singh's story is inspiring, the lack of official documentation raises questions about the validity of his age claims and the accuracy of his records. Guinness World Records refusal to certify his achievements due to missing birth certificates highlights the importance of proper verification in competitive sports. His inability to prove his exact age — despite having a British passport — highlights the challenges of validating historical claims without contemporary documentation.
There's a 50% chance that the best marathon time completed before 2035 will be 7146 seconds, according to the Metaculus prediction community.