Richard Whitehead

Richard Whitehead is a celebrated British athlete and world record holder in marathon running for above-knee amputees. Born and raised in Nottingham, England, he has been an above-knee amputee since birth and runs with specialized prosthetic legs from the healthcare technology company Össur. Whitehead began his marathon journey in 2004 in New York and has since achieved remarkable feats, including winning two gold medals at the Paralympic Games in London 2012 and Rio 2016, as well as setting a world record in marathon running for amputees in Chicago. His current mission involves completing twenty marathons in a single year, with the Reykjavik Marathon marking his fourteenth. Through his endeavors, he aims to inspire inclusivity and diversity in sports, encouraging young people to pursue their dreams regardless of their challenges.