13/07/2026
Back where I belong.
Yesterday was my first Ironman-branded race in over 3 years.
A lot has happened in that time. Life, business, injuries, family, and moments where triathlon felt a long way away.
Just 5 months ago I was recovering from a stress fracture and wasn’t sure when I’d be back on a start line, so to be standing on the start line at Swansea wearing a race number again felt pretty special.
A huge thank you to Jodie Stimpson for helping me get fit enough to race and guiding me back patiently when I probably wanted to rush the process.
One of the best parts of the day was seeing so many familiar faces. People I’ve raced, trained and shared this sport with over the years. It was brilliant to see so many still absolutely smashing it. A special mention to Donald Brooks on a fantastic performance and taking the win. 👏
As for me, I was absolutely over the moon to come away with 4th place in my age group on my first race back. Not something I expected a few months ago.
The best part of the weekend wasn’t the result though. It was sharing it with my family on Arabella’s 9th birthday weekend. Having Sophie Dempsey , Arabella, Will and Mya there made it mean so much more.
Triathlon has been a massive part of my life for a long time. Yesterday reminded me why.
No expectations.
No pressure.
Just grateful to be healthy enough to swim, bike and run again.
It felt really good to be back doing what I love. 💚
