For many, running a marathon is a challenge. For Alex Roca Campillo, it’s a feat. On March 19, this 32-year-old Spaniard became the first person with a disability of more than 75% to cover the mythical distance of 42.195 km during the Barcelona marathon.
“I wrote history! (…) This was possible thanks to my whole team. Thank you to everyone who encouraged me, I have no words“, rejoiced the runner following his historic feat. The video of his arrival counts nearly 7 million views.
The one who finished the race in just under six hours (has been the victim of viral herpetic encephalitis when he was 6 months old. This caused cerebral palsy which affects the left side of his body and reduces his mobility, making him 76% disabled, he also speaks sign language.
Source d’inspiration
Despite everything, Alex is a seasoned athlete, who also has five triathlons and four half-marathons under his belt. Supported by many sponsors, including Nike, and personalities, such as the legendary Spanish footballer Carles Puyol, he shares his daily life as an athlete on his social networks, which is a real source of inspiration for all. “I believe that no one can set limits for you, but you set your own. Everyone is the master of their destiny and their possibilities.“, he encourages.