The global running community mourns Fauja Singh, the 114-year-old "Turbaned Tornado," who tragically died in a road accident. He gained fame for starting marathons at 89, becoming the oldest to complete one at 100. His disciplined lifestyle and spiritual mindset inspired millions, and his legacy of determination will endure through stories and memories.
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