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Fatima Whitbread is a British retired javelin thrower who broke the world record in 1986 and won two Olympic medals. She had a difficult childhood and a long-term shoulder injury, but became a successful athlete and a TV personality.
Dec 19, 2023 · Fatima Whitbread overcame a traumatic childhood in care to become a world record holder and Olympic medallist in javelin. She shares her story of resilience, sport and survival at Sports Personality of the Year 2023.
Dec 19, 2023 · The former javelin world champion and Olympic silver medallist received the award for her outstanding achievement in the face of adversity. She was fostered as a child and campaigned for children in care after overcoming abuse and hardship.
Dec 9, 2023 · Fatima Whitbread was abandoned as a baby and spent 14 years in children's homes. She tells i how sport and a special lady helped her overcome trauma and achieve sporting glory.
Mar 2, 2021 · A tribute to the British javelin legend who overcame a difficult childhood to become a world record-holder and Olympic silver medallist. Learn about her life story, achievements and current activities in this exclusive article.
About. My name is Fatima Whitbread. I am a former Javelin World Champion, WR holder, and Olympic medallist. I grew up in children's homes for the first 14 years of my life, so I have first-hand experience of the social care system. I empathise with those in care, and understand the challenges that they face.
- Fatima’s UK Campaign
Learn about Fatima Whitbread, a British javelin thrower who broke the world record in 1986 and won medals at four global championships. Read her memories of women's athletics and the role of WAAA and Maria Hartman.
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