Ironman Gerry runs, cycles and swims his way to title

IT IS an inspiring story of what can be achieved by human determination.

The amazing journey of Gerry Duffy, 43, to the Enduroman Ultra Triathlon Champion title — which involves 10 Ironman triathlons over 10 days and nights — ended shortly after midnight on Sunday.

Crossing the line in Hampshire, England, meant the Mullingar man finished the 38.6km (24 miles) of swimming, 1,867km (1,160 miles) of cycling and 418km (260 miles) of running faster than his fellow competitors and within 22 hours of the cutoff time.