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“It was about five balls: life is about juggling five balls in the air. They are health, family, friends, integrity and career/achievement. These balls are not the same; the important thing to remember is that the career ball is made of rubber but the others are more fragile.”

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Paula Radcliffe
Paula Radcliffe

Paula Radcliffe, born on December 17, 1973, is a renowned British long-distance runner. She achieved remarkable success in the sport of athletics, particularly in the marathon. Radcliffe is the first athlete to win gold medals in both the Olympics and World Championships in the marathon, and her career is filled with distinguished achievements. more

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