Fauja Singh, believed to be the world’s oldest marathon runner, died Monday from injuries sustained after being struck by a car while crossing a road in India. He was 114.
Fauja Singh, who is believed to have been the world’s oldest marathon runner, tragically died on Monday from injuries he sustained after being struck by a car while crossing a road in India. He was 114.
Singh, who was believed to have been born in 1911, was taken to a hospital after reports say he suffered severe head injuries after being hit by a car in his native village near Jalandhar in Punjab.
His running coach, Harmander Singh, confirmed his death on social media.
“Dearest runners, it is with great sadness that we can confirm our icon of humanity and powerhouse of positivity, Fauja Singh, has passed away in India, aged 114 years old”, his statement began. “He succumbed to injuries caused by a vehicle accident while crossing the road close to his home.
