How falling back in love with wheelchair racing saved David Weir's life
Weir realised getting back in his racing chair and doing what he does best was a release, and now he has Tokyo 2020 in his sights
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David Weir retired from Paralympic competition in 2024 after his Paris marathon performance, ending his track and international racing career though he has continued to be involved in the sport and related activities. This marks the end of his Paralympic racing era, with ongoing work in coaching and advocacy around wheelchair athletics.[1][5][8]
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Since retirement, Weir has remained a prominent figure in the wheelchair racing community, including media appearances and continued involvement with ParalympicsGB and related charities. Public interviews and profiles emphasize his transition from elite athlete to mentor, speaker, and advocate for disability sports.[6][8][9][1]
If you’d like, I can look up more recent local events or appearances in Italy or Europe, or pull quotes from specific interviews. Also, I can summarize his career highlights or provide a timeline of major championships and milestones.