CEREBRAL PALSY MARATHON
In October 1982, a 25- year-old woman finished the New York City Marathon. No big deal — until you learn that Linda Down has cerebral palsy and was the first woman ever to complete the 26.2 mile race on crutches. Down fell half a dozen times, but kept going until she crossed the finish line, 11 hours after she started. Her handicap limited her speed but not her determination.
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