Former Olympian Jenny Simpson reveals why she'll never run again one month after collapsing at race
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Olympic runner Jenny Simpson announced she will retire from competitive running after collapsing from cardiac arrest during a race in June.
- Simpson, a three-time Olympian and 2016 Olympic bronze medalist in the 1500 meters, was diagnosed with arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy, a condition causing irregular heartbeats and sudden cardiac death.
- Despite her heart stopping twice and requiring life support, Simpson is recovering but stated it would be dangerous to resume running competitively.
- She expressed gratitude for her accomplished career and affirmed her continued support for the running community, though she will no longer compete.
- Simpson’s diagnosis marks the end of her professional running chapter, but she remains hopeful about her future and purpose beyond the sport.
