Bill Cooksey

Bill Cooksey, Aged 102, Achieves Historic Feat as Oldest Half-Marathon Finisher!!!

Bill Cooksey, a fabulous 102-year-old World War II hero, has marked his name in history by becoming the oldest man to efficiently complete the Great North Run’s challenging half marathon path. Bill Cooksey is a former RAF soldier from 1941 to 1951. Aided by his walking companion Gavin Iceton, he started the 13.1-mile journey, from Newcastle to South Shields. He crossed the finishing line in an exceptional time, five hours and 41 minutes.

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