Job done
Mission complete. Matt did himself and us proud today when he crossed that finish line at around 5.30pm this evening. His aim was to complete and finish the 3.8km swim, 180km bike and 42km run as a thank you to everyone who has supported and donated to tri4joe over the past few weeks. It was quite an emotional day for Matt and I, especially when I handed Joseph over to his Daddy so that they could finish together.
Matt’s finishing time was 10 hrs 46 mins (for a full breakdown of his splits, if anyone is interested, click here. Matt’s race number was 2323). The weather as I said in my earlier post was dismal up until well into the marathon - I don’t think this helped anyone and there were lots of cold looking athletes out there today.
Matt is now tucked up in bed after a short leg rub to try and keep rigor mortis to a minimum. Joey is snoring - it has been a long day for him too. When Matt has a bit more energy I’ll get him to give you the low down on how the swim, bike and run went in a bit more detail.
Thanks again for all your support.
July 13th, 2008 at 11:57 pm
Been thinking of you guys all day, what an amazing achievement.Well done Matt we hope your legs don’t fall off after the day!Hope you get a day or two to rest.
Talk to you soon
Love n Bubbles
Lisa,Steve,Roisin & Fiona
July 14th, 2008 at 9:05 am
A moment to be treasured a magical photo of Matt and Joseph crossing the line together.
July 14th, 2008 at 9:59 am
I should think every woman seeing the photo of Matt & Joey will be blubbing into their cornflakes this morning, I certainly was. I know you’ve heard it before Matthew, but Dad & I are so proud of you, you’re the best son anyone could wish for
Our love to you all… Mum & Dad xxx
July 14th, 2008 at 11:42 am
Well Done Matt! We are really proud of you. What a fantastic photo finish!
July 14th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Unbelievable achievement. Well done to Matt for getting through that. I wouldnt have made it past the first swim stroke!! but then again I swim like a stone. All the crew in no 32 are very proud of Matt, Colette and the precious man Joe.
We’re all fully aware of the effort put in by all involved.
Lol Jd xx
July 14th, 2008 at 1:00 pm
My congrats to you all,dad,mom and son!Wonderfull!All the best,Belinha
July 14th, 2008 at 1:45 pm
Well done Matt, I’m so proud of you! Joseph really knew what he was doing when he chose you two as parents. Your biggest fan, Suzy x
July 14th, 2008 at 4:34 pm
Well done!!!!! 10 hours you really are an ironmandaddy!!!!!
Have a good rest now, Joey can be very proud of his daddy!
July 14th, 2008 at 5:08 pm
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July 14th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Unbelievable achievement. Well done to Matt for getting through that. I wouldnt have made it past the first swim stroke!! but then again I swim like a stone. All the crew in no 32 are very proud of Matt, Colette and the precious man Joe.
We’re all fully aware of the effort put in by all involved.
Lol Jd xx
July 14th, 2008 at 10:07 pm
So much emotion going through when looking at those pictures. I guess you managed to make me speechless … something a lot of people would consider impossible!
Los of love to you 3.
Blandine
July 15th, 2008 at 1:22 am
Congratulations Matt ! Great Job Mate. Nige and I were following the progress all day. And yes the picture did make me cry !
Great stuff, and what a difference you are making !
From Carrie and Nige
July 15th, 2008 at 11:32 am
… and a tribute to Colette for the huge effort you made to follow Matthew around the course and be there at the finish to hand Joseph over and to take the photo. It certainly would not have been easy especially with the weather and the equipment you would need for Joseph. You to are a star.
July 15th, 2008 at 12:42 pm
Hi Matt, Colette & Joe!
Just wanted to say congratulations to you guys for such a remarkable achievement not only in aid of Leukodystrophy and Joe but also for your commitment to training, organising and competing in the Ironman. You’re an incredible family and I will be sending your website link around the rest of my triathlon club and everyone I know.
It was a real pleasure to meet you at the Hotel in Zurich and I hope you get a chance to catch up with Claire and the crew in Lake Annecy for a BBQ!
Good luck with your future fund raising and training and please let me know we can be of any help with support.
Well wishes to all three of you!
Sarah
July 15th, 2008 at 6:06 pm
Congratulations for this family adventure. This was a very hard effort and I am very happy that you succeeded.
July 15th, 2008 at 10:23 pm
Huge congratulations to you all
I’ve been absolutely addicted to this blog - but must stop reading it at work as I cry every time!!
Fantastic effort - well done
xxx
July 16th, 2008 at 4:25 am
Congratulations, to all of your family, friends, and everyone involved in getting the word out on this mission!
Blessings and warmth.
July 16th, 2008 at 2:38 pm
Bravo. You 3 are just amazing!!!!
have a good rest.
July 17th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
well done matt you did really well
hugs and kisses to joseph and colette
love your great great cousin morgan
July 24th, 2008 at 9:49 am
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