Biography
Started: He took up Para triathlon in 2012. (triathlon.org, 26 Nov 2022)
Reason: In 2000 he discovered mountain biking and enjoyed the freedom that it gave him. He was later approached by a local triathlon coach, after which he took up swimming and running. (triathlon.org, 26 Nov 2022)
Ambition: To compete at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. "It was a dream that I thought would never happen. It's been a long-term itch that I've never been quite able to fulfil." (Instagram profile, 10 May 2024; paralympic.org.au, 17 Aug 2023)
Awards: He received the Para Triathlon Male Performance of the Year award for 2023 from AusTriathlon. (Facebook page, 21 Nov 2023; triathlon.org.au, 20 Nov 2023)
Additional Info: OCCUPATION
He has worked as a sales coordinator at an equipment hire provider in Albury, NSW, Australia. (Facebook profile, 21 Nov 2023; LinkedIn profile, 01 Apr 2017)
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Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateJuly 2, 1974
Place of ResidenceALBURY, NSW
OccupationAthlete
Languages SpokenEnglish
CoachAdam Beckworth [club]
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Championships | ||||
| 2 | PTS3 | 2017 | Rotterdam, NED | 1:14:07 |
| 3 | Men's PT3 | 2015 | Chicago, IL, USA | 1:09:54 |
| 5 | PTS3 | 2023 | Pontevedra, ESP | 1:14:42 |
| 5 | PTS3 | 2022 | Abu Dhabi, UAE | 1:16:48 |
| 5 | PTS3 | 2018 | Gold Coast, QLD, AUS | 1:19:01 |
| 6 | Men's PT3 | 2014 | Edmonton, AB, CAN | 1:14:06 |
| 6 | Men's TRI-5 | 2013 | London, GBR | 1:15:14 |
