Meath father completes 10 marathons in 10 days in memory of infant son

"I'm compelled to make this statement and to reach other fathers who suffer unnecessarily as I did."

Ian Lawton from Navan, Co Meath, running his 10th marathon in 10 days around Claremont Stadium Track in Navan. The 1st of February 2021 marks the 10-year anniversary of the passing of Ian's son Hank who he is running in rememberance of and also in solidarity with other bereaved parents. Photos by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

For the past 10 days, Ian Lawton has been completing a marathon a day on the running track at Claremont Stadium, Navan, near his home.

"I'm doing this to honor the memory of my son, Hank, who was born in Holles Street Hospital on February 1st, 10 years ago, only to survive for one day of life," Ian said.