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2017 Chicago Marathon Wheelchair Elite: Josh George

Learn more about the elite wheelchair racers competing at the 2017 Chicago Marathon.

Four-time Chicago Marathon winner Josh George is back to compete again at the 2017 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Here are some highlights from his athletic career:

Name: Josh George

Country of Origin: U.S.A.

Standout Race: George snagged his first Paralympic gold medal at the Beijing Games in 2008 when he dominated the Men's 100m event. 

More About Josh George: George punctured a lung and became paralyzed below the chest at age 4 when he plummeted 12 stories after falling out a window. George has not let his accident slow him down, attending four consecutive Paralympic Games and taking home five medals. George also possesses six gold medals from three World Championships, including his most recent gold in the 2015 Men's Marathon. 

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