Overview

• Bell clocked 3:52.61 to set a new British record and secure a bronze medal in Paris.
• Her coach, Trevor Painter, had long believed in her potential despite her hiatus.
• Bell initially resumed running during lockdown for leisure, leading to her re-entry into competitive athletics.
• She balanced a full-time job in cybersecurity while training, taking a sabbatical to prepare for the Olympics.
• Bell's future plans include possibly targeting the world record and competing in upcoming World Games