Runner walking the final mile of the London Marathon

Runner completes final London Marathon mile six months after cardiac arrest

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Gareth Hopkins experienced a cardiac arrest at the 25th mile of the London Marathon in April. Six months later, he was able to walk the final mile of the marathon, marking a significant milestone in his recovery.

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