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, but notes that the hectic pace of residency will make it hard to pursue races at this level in the future.
Gasper's athletic career began at a young age, with him starting to race at age six and learning to ride a bike without training wheels just weeks before his first triathlon.
- Qualified for 2026 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in France
- Overcame rare heart disorder with life-saving procedure
- Balancing medical school with athletic pursuits
Author's summary: Medical student Alexander Gasper qualifies for Ironman 70.3 World Championship despite heart condition.
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