World's oldest runner aged 114 dies after being hit by car, driver runs away
Fauja Singh, the 114-year-old British-Indian marathon runner, has died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in his birth village in Punjab, India. Singh, who only began running at 89 after the death of his son, achieved fame by completing nine marathons, including one at age 100, although it wasn't officially recognized by Guinness due to a lack of birth records. Known as the "Turbaned Tornado," he was celebrated globally, with tributes pouring in, including one from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His running club, Sikhs In The City, announced plans to celebrate his life through upcoming events and increased fundraising efforts. Singh attributed his longevity to eating less, running more, and staying happy.
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