William Sichel

William Sichel is an ultra-distance runner based in Orkney, Scotland, whose career showcases endurance, resilience and continued competition at any age. At 72, he has achieved more than 780 world, British and Scottish ultra-distance running records and competed in over 112 ultra events around the world, winning 18. His notable races include the 3,100-mile Self-Transcendence Race, Greece’s 246-kilometre Spartathlon and the 135-mile Badwater race.

After hip replacement surgery in 2023, Sichel returned to competition, earning the nickname “The Hip Replacement Runner. ” His website documents his biography, racing career and records, including his long-running projects to challenge expectations of age and endurance. Visitors can explore race diaries, marathon results, training and nutrition resources, and guidance on ultra running.

The site also features blog posts about rehabilitation, training and competition, along with media coverage and information about partners and sponsors. Sichel shares updates through an occasional email newsletter and offers a book and other items through his online shop