🏃♂️💥 Aaron Ramsey’s Marathon Masterclass! Just days after bidding farewell to his football career, our beloved former Wales captain absolutely smashed the London Marathon! 🤩 Clocking in at an impressive 3:00:30, Ramsey showed that he’s still got that competitive spirit burning bright! 🔥
Swapping his football boots for running shoes, he joined 59,000 other participants on the streets of London. This wasn’t just about the run, though. Aaron took on this challenge to support “It’s Never You,” a charity close to his heart, founded by his friends after their tragic loss. ❤️
Ramsey’s journey in the marathon was nothing short of inspiring. He finished ahead of big names like Wicked star Cynthia Erivo, ex-tennis ace Laura Robson, and newsreader Sophie Raworth. He even had a nail-biting finish against former footballer Lee Grant but was pipped to the post by ex-F1 champ Sebastian Vettel! 🏎️💪
Having officially hung up his boots less than three weeks ago, Ramsey expressed the bittersweet emotions of retiring from football, reminiscing about the incredible moments he’s shared wearing the Welsh jersey and playing for clubs around the world. His heartfelt shoutout to fans, teammates, and family is sure to tug at your heartstrings. 💔⚽
Still fresh from his retirement announcement, it’s clear that Ramsey remains a force to be reckoned with, both on and off the pitch.
What a way to celebrate a new chapter, Aaron! We can’t wait to see what you do next! 👏🎉#AaronRamsey #LondonMarathon #Inspiration #NeverGiveUp