British-Indian Marathoner Fauja Singh Dies Hit-and-Run Punjab

Fauja Singh, a British-Indian marathon runner known as the world’s oldest distance runner, has died at age 114 after being struck by a vehicle in his birth village of Beas Pind, Punjab. Singh, who began running at age 89 and completed multiple marathons including a record-setting finish in the 2003 Toronto Waterfront Marathon, became an inspiration worldwide for his athletic achievements well past age 100. Despite early childhood physical challenges and personal losses, Singh took up running in the 1990s and earned the nickname "Turbaned Tornado," even serving as a torchbearer for the 2012 London Olympics. His London-based running club, Sikhs In The City, confirmed his death and plans to honor his legacy through upcoming events and fundraising efforts. Local police have initiated a search for the driver involved in the hit-and-run incident. Tributes flowed from many, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who praised Singh's determination and exceptional athleticism.