- 22 updates
Bionic runner finishes marathon
A paralysed woman in a bionic suit has completed the London Marathon after 16 days of walking. Celebrities from have backed a campaign calling for Claire Lomas to be given a medal for completing the course.
Live updates
- ITV Report
Claire Lomas receives 14 marathon medals
- ITV Report
Paralysed woman completes 16-day marathon
Advertisement
Owen congratulates Lomas' 'incredible effort'
Former England striker Michael Owen tweeted:
Marathon runner completes route in bionic suit
A paralysed marathon competitor has finished the London Marathon, crossing the finishing line on The Mall 16 days after the race began.
Claire Lomas completed the 26.2-mile route, which she started on April 22, using a bionic ReWalk suit.
The 32-year-old, from Leicestershire, was left paralysed from the chest down following a horse riding accident in 2007.
Bionic marathon runner receives medals donated by other competitors
Claire crosses the finish line
Advertisement
Claire Lomas finishes the London Marathon
Claire Lomas has completed the London Marathon after 16 days on the road. She has become the first to complete any marathon using a pair of 'bionic legs.'
Claire leaves Buckingham Palace behind
Claire's epic challenge raises £85k for charity
Claire Lomas has raised more than £85,000 for charity during her incredible marathon challenge. The money will go to Spinal Research - see her JustGiving page here.
Support on the streets for Claire's final stretch
Latest ITV News reports
-
Claire Lomas receives 14 marathon medals
Claire Lomas spoke to Daybreak about her incredible journey to complete the London marathon with the help of her family and a bionic suit.
-
Paralysed woman completes 16-day marathon
Claire Lomas, who is paralysed from the neck down, has completed the London Marathon. She completed the 26 mile course in 16 days.