David Weir Retires from Paralympic Competition

David Weir, a six-time Paralympic champion, has announced his retirement from Great Britain competition after finishing fifth in the men's T54 marathon at the Paris Games. The 45-year-old athlete, who made his Paralympic debut at age 17 in 1996, expressed emotional sentiments about his final race, acknowledging that age has impacted his performance. Weir has a remarkable legacy, winning ten Paralympic medals, including six golds, and is known for his record-breaking eight London Marathon victories. Despite retiring from international competition, he plans to continue participating in major marathons worldwide, starting with Berlin in two weeks. He reflected on his career with pride, stating, “I should really... be proud of what I've done.” Weir’s retirement marks the end of an illustrious chapter in Paralympic history, alongside fellow competitors like Marcel Hug, who won the marathon gold.