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Leon Baptiste, a 41-year-old British Athletics coach, has not been heard from for two months. He was last seen in Morocco, possibly on a stag do or golf trip. His absence has left his athletes and UK Athletics officials worried.
Baptiste, who coaches elite athletes like Charlie Dobson, has not responded to messages. Dobson, a 4x400m relay bronze medallist, has struggled with injuries in Baptiste's absence. UKA has declined to comment, citing confidentiality. Read more racing coverage.
Baptiste, a former international sprinter, retired due to a serious knee injury. He transitioned to coaching after missing the 2012 Olympics. His disappearance has left his team in uncertainty, with Dobson's performance affected. Related: Amy Hunt credits 'glam' for boosting her sprinting confidence.
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Concern grows as Leon Baptiste, a respected British Athletics coach, vanishes in Morocco. Leon Baptiste, a 41-year-old British Athletics coach, has not been heard from for two months. He was last seen in Morocco, possibly on a stag do or golf trip. His absence has left his athletes and UK Athletics officials worried.
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Runner World published this brief on August 14, 2026. The underlying The Guardian Athletics report was dated August 14, 2026.
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