Fauja Singh, considered the world's oldest marathon runner, has died at the age of 114 after being hit by a car in India.
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Indian Fauja Singh, nicknamed 'The Turbaned Storm', has died at the age of 114 after being hit by a vehicle in his village. Although he could not produce a birth certificate, his family claims he was born on April 1, 1911. He started running marathons at 89, becoming an international legend. He carried the Olympic torch in 2004 and 2012 and last ran at 101. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to him, highlighting his impact on young Indians.
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