Medical Student Overcomes Heart Condition to Compete in Half Ironman World Championship
Alexander Gasper, a student at the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, has qualified for the 2026 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in France.
Gasper was diagnosed with a rare heart disorder, but a life-saving procedure allowed him to continue pursuing sports and 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 in qualifying races worldwide making the cut.
Gasper is balancing the demands of medical school while pursuing his dream of competing at one of the highest levels of triathlon.
Author's summary: Medical student qualifies for Ironman 70.3 World Championship despite heart condition.
- Qualified for 2026 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in France
- Diagnosed with rare heart disorder
- Life-saving procedure allowed him to continue pursuing sports
- Combines 70.3 miles of swimming, biking, and running
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