Australian Legend Retires
Posted by: pressable | Posted on: October 21, 2024
After 8 years at the elite level Australia's double Paralympian discus thrower Sarah Edmiston has today announced her retirement from competitive athletics.
"Today I am officially announcing my retirement. Words cannot express the incredible journey and enjoyment athletics has given me. I am happy to say it will still be a part of my life going forward. I must thank those who have made this possible namely my amazing husband and coach Paul, my incredible family, the WA Institute of Sport, Athletics Australia, my super team mates, Perth Track and Field Club and my brilliant supporters. I am really looking forward to the next chapter in my life, spending more time with my family, enjoying my hobbies and coaching the next generation of superstars."
Her main achievements include the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Bronze, 2020 Dubai World Championship Silver, 2017 London World Championship Bronze & 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games Silver medals. Also the World number 1 ranking in 2018, 2020, 2021 & 2022.
Career Highlights: https://sprintingfast.com/sarah-edmiston/
Athletics Australia: https://www.athletics.com.au/news/sarah-edmiston-announces-retirement
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