Holly Archer stepped onto the international stage back in 2021, earning the silver medal at the 2021 European Athletics Indoor Championships. Now, she’s back in the spotlight after completing the London Marathon in an impressive 2 hours and 39 minutes — good enough to finish in the top four among British runners in the women’s elite category.
While many focused on her race wear, the first-time effort has been the inspiring tale, with Archer noting on her Instagram: “I came for a time, and I fell short. I also came to NOT give up, and I absolutely didn’t.”
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
British runner Holly Archer
This article originally appeared on The List Wire: Holly Archer, medal-winning British runner, in images