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British Olympian Calli Hauger-Thackery Finishes Boston Marathon at 22 Weeks Pregnant

Her run underscores growing acceptance of training during pregnancy in elite sport.

Overview

  • The 33-year-old crossed the line in 2:43:58 on Monday in the professional women's field in Boston.
  • She stopped at miles 5 and 11 for medical help with a trapped nerve in her glute and took two bathroom breaks before halfway.
  • She told BBC Sport the effort felt more meaningful than past achievements and said she was grateful to finish while expecting.
  • She said her doctors support her staying active during pregnancy and she now plans to rest with no further races scheduled.
  • Her season already included wins in Honolulu and January's Houston Marathon after a Christmas Eve pregnancy test, and she cites research and role models like Paula Radcliffe showing trained runners can keep running while pregnant.