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Sarah Storey Retires at 48 After 74 Medals

Published July 8, 2026 · Updated July 9, 2026 · The Guardian

Britain’s most decorated Paralympian, Dame Sarah Storey, has announced her retirement from elite competition at age 48.

Storey, who began her career in swimming at 14, won 74 world and Paralympic gold medals across five Games. The 48-year-old spoke from Macclesfield, noting she has planned for this "next chapter" throughout her career.

Despite the shift away from "retirement," Storey remains focused on the future, emphasizing she intends to leave sport better than she found it. cricket-ipl.co.za

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