Medical Student Overcomes Heart Condition to Compete in Half Ironman World Championship
Alexander Gasper, a medical student, has qualified for the 2026 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in France despite having a rare heart disorder.
Gasper's condition was treated with a life-saving procedure, which not only saved his life but also sparked his interest in becoming a doctor.
It’s truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
The Ironman 70.3 World Championship is a grueling race that combines 70.3 miles of swimming, biking, and running, with only about 1% of hopefuls making the cut.
Gasper is currently balancing medical school with his athletic pursuits, noting that the demanding pace of residency will make it challenging to pursue races at this level in the future.
- Qualified for the 2026 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in France
- Overcame a rare heart disorder with a life-saving procedure
- Balancing medical school with athletic pursuits
Author's summary: Medical student Alexander Gasper overcomes heart condition to compete in Ironman World Championship.
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