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Newitt becomes first blind person to complete Dubai Marathon

Newitt becomes first blind person to complete Dubai Marathon

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By Alice Johnson, Staff Reporter
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Dubai: Katie Newitt has become the first blind person to complete the Dubai Marathon; finishing in just under 5 hours.

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