Jimmy Thoronka

Jimmy Thoronka (born June 6, 1994) is a professional sprinter from Sierra Leone. He defected from his native country to live in England after competing in the 2014 Commonwealth Games. His mother and four siblings were killed by ebola,[1] and he was arrested in March 2015 found living on the streets in London.[2] He then had a legal battle with the government of the United Kingdom after his application to stay was rejected.[3]

In May 2018, he was granted the ability to stay in the UK.[4]

Major international competitions

Year Competition Venue Position Event Notes
2014 Athletics at the Commonwealth Games Glasgow, United Kingdom 6th (Heat 1, Heats) 4x100m 40.55

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Domestic competitions

Year Competition Venue Position Event Notes
2018 United Kingdom Indoor Championships Birmingham, United Kingdom 5th (Heat 5, Heats) 60m 7.00

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References

  1. ↑ "Sierra Leone Olympic official calls sprinter found sleeping rough in London an 'embarrassment' and accuses him of 'absconding' and not telling the truth".
  2. ↑ "Top Sierra Leone athlete arrested after he was found living rough in London".
  3. ↑ "Jimmy Thoronka: Home Office rejects application to stay in UK".
  4. ↑ "Sierra Leonean athlete can stay in UK after three-year legal fight".
  5. ↑ Jimmy Thoronka at Tilastopaja (registration required)
  6. ↑ Jimmy Thoronka at Tilastopaja (registration required)
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