Shalane Flanagan’s Final Olympics? Probably. Posted Aug 15, 2016 Shortly after crossing the marathon finish line in sixth place on Sunday in Rio de Janeiro, Shalane Flanagan said it was likely the last of her races at the Olympic Games, where she has now competed four times. Though she hasn't indicated that she is retiring from competitive running yet, her interests within the next four years are turning toward a coaching role. (Runner's World)