'I take marathon training seriously but Ramadan is more important'

A marathon training block is tough enough. Fasting while preparing to take on the world's best at the London Marathon is harder still.

3 Mar, 11:33 — 3 Mar, 11:33

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This story highlights the significant challenges faced by Muslim athletes who observe Ramadan while competing at an elite level. It underscores the personal sacrifices and difficult choices athletes must make when their religious duties coincide with peak training or competition periods for major international events like the London Marathon. This situation often sparks discussions about accommodating religious practices in professional sports.

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