Tragic End for Fauja Singh, World's Oldest Marathoner, at 114 After Hit-and-Run
Source: news.source.sunstar
Fauja Singh, known as the 'Turbaned Torpedo' and believed to be the world's oldest marathoner, has passed away at the age of 114 following a hit-and-run accident in his native village near Jalandhar, Punjab. Singh, who began running at 89 to cope with depression, set a record as the oldest man to complete a marathon at 100 years old. His death was confirmed by his London-based running club, Sikhs In The City. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Singh, highlighting his inspirational role in promoting fitness among the youth.
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Fauja Singh, known as the 'Turbaned Torpedo', died at 114 after being hit by a car in a hit-and-run accident.
Singh was the world's oldest marathoner, starting to run at 89 to cope with depression following the deaths of his wife and son.
He completed his first marathon at 89 and set a record as the oldest man to finish a marathon at 100, though not officially recognized by Guinness World Records.
Singh's death was confirmed by his London-based running club, Sikhs In The City.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Singh for inspiring youth on fitness.
Singh's running journey began as a way to deal with the trauma of losing his son in a horrific accident.