A Huge Thank You to the Amazing People Who Helped Me After the Race
This may be a bit of a long shot, but I’m hoping that someone who was there might see this—or know someone who was. After finishing the race, I was crossing from Horse Guards Parade to Birdcage Walk when I suddenly passed out due to low blood sugar. It all happened so quickly, and I barely remember the moments leading up to it. What I *do* remember, though, is the incredible kindness and care I received from a group of complete strangers—and I just want to say the biggest, most heartfelt THANK YOU.
There were two women—I believe they were nurses—and two men who were with me straight away. I can’t describe how comforting it was to wake up and find these lovely people already taking care of me. They stayed calm, kept talking to me, and made sure I felt safe. They helped me sit up, offered reassurance, and even made sure the paramedics were on their way.
To the two women: You were so calm and collected, and your kindness made all the difference in what could’ve been a really scary situation. You knew exactly what to do, and your words helped bring me back to a sense of clarity. You held my hand, kept asking me questions to make sure I was okay, and never once made me feel like a burden. I don’t know your names, but I remember your kindness, and I’ll never forget it.
To the two gentlemen who helped: Thank you for being there without hesitation. You helped ensure I was safe and supported, and your quiet strength in the moment was so appreciated. I may not remember every detail, but I do remember the care and concern you showed, and how much it meant to me in that vulnerable moment.
And to the paramedics and police officers who responded: thank you, thank you, thank you. You were professional, patient, and so reassuring. The way you handled everything made me feel like I was in such good hands. I can’t express enough how grateful I am for the work you do and how much it matters to those of us you help.
Thanks to all of you, I was able to recover quickly, and I’m feeling absolutely fine now—right as rain! It was just a moment of low blood sugar after all the exertion and excitement, but the fact that you all were there made all the difference in my recovery and in my memory of the day.
It’s amazing how, in moments of crisis, total strangers can become lifelines. I didn’t get anyone’s name, and I wish I had. So this is my little shout into the void, hoping it reaches someone who was there or someone who knows them. If by any chance you see this—or someone passes it on to you—please know how deeply grateful I am.
You reminded me of the best parts of humanity. Thank you for stopping, for caring, and for making sure I was okay. You turned what could’ve been a frightening situation into one filled with warmth and compassion.
