Richard Whitehead MBE is a Paralympic Gold Medallist, professional athlete, marathon runner and a passionate diversity and inclusion champion.
Having been born with a double through-knee congenital amputation, Richard developed a passion for sport at an early age, with his parents encouraging him to participate in sports and teaching him how to live a life without limits…a philosophy which has defined his life and those around him.
Over 20 years ago, Richard dreamt of running a marathon, and signed up and completed the New York Marathon. Since that incredible achievement, he achieved gold and silver medals in the ParalympicsGB team, including winning a gold medal in the T42 200 metre on home soil at London 2012.
Richard is now undertaking an epic 20 marathon challenge around the world throughout 2025, to bring him to an incredible 100 overall, connecting with communities and sharing his mission of true inclusion.
Over Richard's long and inspiring career, his strong belief remains that anything is possible, and whatever age or ability you are, everyone has a gift and potential to nurture and fulfil.
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