Two-time Olympic medallist Philip retires
British two-time Olympic medallist Asha Philip has announced her retirement from athletics.
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"Sport has been a way of life and I am so grateful for everything it has given me."
— Asha Philip , Athlete
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British two-time Olympic medallist Asha Philip has announced her retirement from athletics.
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