Isabella Whittaker

Isabella "Bella" Whittaker is a rising American track star. Her running journey began on the school playground, where she first experienced the exhilarating feeling of surpassing expectations. That passion led her to become a national champion and break both collegiate and national records. Her family shares her love for the sport – her sister, Juliette, is also a middle-distance runner. Beyond her remarkable achievements, Bella sees sport as a powerful platform to challenge feelings of inadequacy and express who she is – both on and off the track.

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