Harvey Completes Marathon Despite Stress Fracture

Team GB runner Rose Harvey completed the 2024 Paris Olympics women's marathon despite suffering a stress fracture in her femur. Harvey started the race with hip tightness and realized two miles in that it would be extremely painful, yet she finished in 2:51:03, placing 78th. Her determination to fulfill her Olympic dream drove her to endure the agony, particularly on the downhill sections. Harvey, who began running seriously during the COVID-19 pandemic after being laid off from her job as a corporate lawyer, had previously achieved a personal best of 2:23:21 in Chicago. Now on crutches, she faces the challenge of recovering in time for her wedding in three weeks. Despite the pain and disappointment, Harvey expressed pride in finishing the race and being part of the Olympics.