“My passion and purpose is no longer about my running it’s more and more about those around me,” Flanagan said in her Instagram post. In April 2019, she underwent surgery to repair her right knee. In preparation for that race, she began to feel pain in both knees. Last year, Flanagan raced what would turn out to be her final 26.2 miles as a pro at the New York City Marathon, where she finished third in 2:26:22. She also won the 2017 New York City Marathon. During her 15-year pro career, the Nike athlete, now 38, competed in four Olympic Games, won a silver medal in the 10,000 meters at the 2008 Olympics, and set numerous American records. Shalane Flanagan, one of the most decorated distance runners in American history, announced via Instagram on October 21 that she is retiring from professional running. She’s been to four Olympic Games, won a silver medal in 2008, and won the 2017 New York City Marathon. Flanagan is one of the most decorated American runners of all time.On October 21, Shalane Flanagan, 38, announced via Instagram that she is retiring from professional running and will be a full-time coach for the Bowerman Track Club.
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