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Georgia Bell's Remarkable Return Earns Olympic Bronze in 1500m

The British runner, who left athletics in 2017, made a stunning comeback during the pandemic and now holds the national record.

  • 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
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