"You need a lot of different kinds of mental and physical qualities to succeed in the sport."
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About Paula Radcliffe
Paula Radcliffe is a retired British long-distance runner who is considered one of the greatest female marathon runners of all time. She set the women's world record in the marathon in 2003, a record that stood for 16 years. Radcliffe has won numerous marathons and long-distance races, including the London Marathon and New York City Marathon. She has represented Great Britain in multiple Olympic Games and World Championships, earning a reputation for her tenacity and exceptional endurance.
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