Kathrine Virginia "Kathy" Switzer is an American marathon runner, author, and television commentator.In 1967, she became the first woman to run the Boston Marathon as a numbered entrant. During her run, race official Jock Semple attempted to stop Switzer and grab her official bib; however, he was shoved to the ground by Switzer's boyfriend, Thomas Miller, who was running with her, and she completed the race. It was not until 1972 that women were allowed to run the Boston Marathon officially. Wikipedia
“If you are losing faith in human nature, go out and watch a marathon.”
Source: 26.2: Marathon Stories
“I could feel my anger dissipating as the miles went by--you can't run and stay mad!”
Source: Marathon Woman: Running the Race to Revolutionize Women's Sports
Source: http://kathrineswitzer.com/about-kathrine/1967-boston-marathon-the-real-story/
