Marta Pen confirms end of career in athletics

Portuguese Olympic athlete Marta Pen announced her retirement from athletics after 20 years, citing a desire for freedom and personal growth. At 33, she reflected on her journey, including overcoming health challenges. Pen competed in the 1500 meters at the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics and faced breast cancer afterward. She expressed gratitude for being able to choose her retirement before her health declined, allowing her to say goodbye to competitive sports on her own terms.