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British long-distance runner Calli Hauger-Thackery has finished the Boston Marathon while 5 months pregnant.
According to BBC Sport, the 33-year-old, who delivered an outstanding performance, crossed the finish line in 2 hours and 43 minutes, given the circumstances.
“I’m grateful that I got through that today. 26.2 miles is no easy feat and to do it this far into pregnancy, I’m super grateful,” she said.
Hauger-Thackery had finished sixth in last year’s race with a time of 2:22:38, but this year’s run proved far more demanding. She experienced early challenges after suffering a trapped nerve in her glute just five miles into the race, forcing her to seek medical attention.
“I had to dash into the medical tent because I had this crazy trapped nerve. I genuinely couldn’t even pick up my right leg properly. I was dragging it,” she said. At mile 11, she needed medical support again but was able to continue after receiving assistance from medical staff.
The difficulties of pregnancy demanded periodic stops during the race.
“I had two wee stops, as you do when you’re pregnant, you need them more than ever, but this was all before mile 13,” she explained.
Although the marathon began poorly, the second half brought a dramatic comeback.
“The second half felt flawless, like I was in tune with my body. I felt a million dollars. There were many times before halfway I didn’t think I was going to finish.”
Hauger‑Thackery finished slower than usual. She added that the achievement meant more personally, a testament to determination, resilience, and adapting under extraordinary circumstances.
