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BBC News
18 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Man from Scotland who died competing in Swansea Ironman is named
An athlete who died after competing in the Ironman 70.3 Swansea triathlon event has been Buchan, from Scotland, received immediate medical care halfway into the swim section of the race on 13 July after officials noticed he was in 31-year-old was taken to hospital where he received further treatment but he died four days was the UK's first ever Ironman Pro Series featuring a swim at the Prince of Wales Dock before cycling along roads that hug the Gower's coastal clifftops as part of a 56-mile (90km) bike course. Ironman Wales said: "Our deepest condolences are with the family and friends of the athlete.""We will continue to offer them our support and keep them in our thoughts as they go through this challenging time."
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Tragedy as Scots ironman athlete, 31, dies during triathlon in Wales
The Swansea coroner revesled the victim was from Scotland before the inquest was opened into the death RACE TRAGEDY Tragedy as Scots ironman athlete, 31, dies during triathlon in Wales Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A SCOT has died during the swimming leg of a gruelling triathlon in Wales aged just 31. Sam Buchan travelled more than 400 miles from Scotland to compete in the Swansea Ironman triathlon on Sunday July 13. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 SWANSEA, WALES - JULY 13: Athletes gather at the waterfront ahead of the swimming leg during the 2025 IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea on July 13, 2025 in Swansea, Wales. (Photo byfor Ironman) He had to be rescued from the water in the swimming leg and died three days later in hospital. The Ironman event included a 1.2-mile swim in Prince of Wales Dock, a 56-mile bike course through the coastal roads and countryside of Gower, and a 13.1-mile run along the Mumbles. It follows the tragic death of grandfather Andrew Ireland, 61, of Bridgend, South Wales, in 2023 when he drowned during the 750feet swim in the first section of the gruelling three-part race. Mr Buchan was named by the Swansea coroner before an inquest is due to be opened - but it was not disclosed where about in Scotland he was from. Ironman Wales said: "It is with a heavy heart that we confirm the passing of an athlete who competed in last weekend's Ironman 70.3 Swansea triathlon. "Approximately half-way into the swim portion of the race, swim safety personnel noticed and responded to an athlete in difficulty. "The athlete received immediate medical care while being taken via boat to a designated extraction point on the harbour, where further treatment was administered." Their post continued: "Our deepest condolences are with the family and friends of the athlete." Around 1,500 competitors set off for competition before both athletes and families witnessed attempts to rescue the grandfather. Mr Ireland was described him as a 'loving husband, father and grandfather who will be greatly missed' after he died two years ago. The Sun victory against illegal migrants working as delivery riders He was among hundreds of other swimmers when he lost consciousness during the swim section of the three-event challenge At the time a statement from Activity Wales said: 'It is with heavy hearts that we confirm the passing of an athlete during the swim section of today's Triathlon. 'Our most sincere condolences go out to the family. 'We would like to thank the incredible efforts of the swim safety team, St John's, Ambulance, the rapid response team, the police, volunteers and members of the public involved at the scene.'
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Meet the 91-year-old athlete who made Peloton rewrite the rules
At 91, Dottie Dorion has ridden her Peloton bike more than 2,900 times. But when the fitness company's age categories topped out at 60-plus, the veteran athlete decided she wasn't going to compete quietly with "those young 80-year-olds." After a 14-month campaign that involved lawyers and letters, Dorion successfully pushed Peloton to create new age brackets for riders 90 and older. Dorion maintains an active lifestyle that includes yoga classes, weight workouts and daily rides on her Peloton. The routine reflects a commitment to fitness that began in childhood, when she spent entire days outdoors before television became commonplace. "We didn't have TV. So, you know, we were outside all the time," Dorion said. "We'd go out in the morning, we'd come back when the dinner bell rang at night." Dorion's athletic achievements span decades and include approximately 250 marathons and triathlons, including three Ironman competitions. She completed her first Ironman in 1985 at age 52, after learning to swim specifically for the event. "I said, oh my God, I've gotta learn how to swim," Dorion recalled. "So I did, I learned how to swim." How Dorion advocated for seniors to Peloton Peloton organizes riders into age groups for peer comparison and competition, but only about 6% of users are over 65. When Dorion discovered the maximum age category was 60-plus, she wasn't happy about having to compete with younger people. In a letter to Peloton's CEO last year, Dorion wrote: "I have owned a Peloton cycle since December 2018. I am very serious about maintaining fitness." The initial response was silence. Dorion then enlisted legal help, leading to months of correspondence before Peloton agreed to add both 90-plus and 100-plus age categories. "What took you so long?" was Dorion's response to the final approval email. Dorion was grateful that her persistence paid off. "You can never give up," Dorion said. "If you're doing the right things for the right reasons, it's gonna turn out well." Detroit lawnmower gang still going strong after 15 years Legendary singer Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76 Sneak peek: The Case of the Black Swan (Part 1)
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Ironman competition hit by tragedy as athlete, 31, dies during swim portion
Scottish man Sam Buchan, 31, tragically died three days after getting into difficulty in the water while competing in the Ironman 70.3 Swansea triathlon on July 13 A 31-year-old athlete tragically died after getting into difficulty during an Ironman competition in Wales. The Ironman 70.3 was held in Swansea on Sunday, July 13. Three days later, it was announced an athlete had died in hospital after getting into difficulty nearly half-way through the swimming portion of the race. He has now been named by the coroner as Scottish man Sam Buchan. Ironman Wales said at the time of their announcement: "It is with a heavy heart that we confirm the passing of an athlete who competed in last weekend's Ironman 70.3 Swansea triathlon. Approximately half-way into the swim portion of the race, swim safety personnel noticed and responded to an athlete in difficulty." It added: "The athlete received immediate medical care while being taken via boat to a designated extraction point on the harbour, where further treatment was administered. The athlete was then transported to the hospital where they continued to receive treatment, but sadly passed today." Their post continued: "Our deepest condolences are with the family and friends of the athlete. We will continue to offer them our support and keep them in our thoughts as they go through this challenging time. "We are deeply grateful to the swim safety personnel and first responders who worked quickly to provide the athlete with medical assistance." Thousands of people take part in Swansea Ironman 70.3 every year. Competitors embark on a 1.2-mile (1.9km) swim at the Prince of Wales Dock, followed by a single-loop 56-mile (90km) bike ride. The cycling route takes athletes through Mumbles and along the coastal clifftops of Gower, before heading out into rural Swansea and then back along Swansea Bay into the city. They then return to Swansea, preparing for transition in the Maritime Quarter next to the River Tawe. Finally, participants tackle a 13.1-mile (21.1km) two-loop run course that leads them from the city centre, past Swansea Arena, towards Mumbles and then back to the finish line at the marina. Sam is the youngest Ironman competitor to have died in two year period that has seen four deaths, Wales Online reported. In 2023, 61-year-old grandfather Andrew Ireland drowned during the 750ft swim in the first section of the gruelling three-part race. That same year, two men died while taking part in an Ironman triathlon event in Co Cork, Ireland. Both men, one in his 60s and the other in his 60s, died in separate incidents during the swimming segment of the competition, held in Youghal.
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Gwyneth Paltrow Chooses A Husband From Robert Downey Jr., Timothee Chalamet and Jude Law, Jokes ‘We Would Just Laugh…'
Gwyneth Paltrow reveals whom she will marry out of Robert Downey Jr., Timothée Chalamet, and Jude Law. The actress, during The Goop podcast, played an 'impossible' challenge of answering fans' rapid-fire questions. In one of the segments of the interview, the movie star revealed that she would rather tie the knot with her Ironman co-star, considering that they are married in the Marvel movies. Paltrow and Robert Downey Jr. first starred alongside each other in the Ironman film in 2008. While the duo took an exit from the film franchise in 2019, the co-actors have shared a great bond off-screen too. The mom of two admitted that if they were to get married hypothetically, they would have a lot of fun together. Gwyneth Paltrow reveals her pick to marry from Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, and Timothée Chalamet While in a conversation on the new episode of the Goop podcast, Gwyneth Paltrow revealed, 'I would marry Robert because we would just laugh so much and have such a fun, weird life and travel.' She further added, 'And, anyway, I'm already, basically, I am married to him in movies, so what's the difference?' Later in the talks, the actress did not keep any of the choices out, as she said, 'I'm not gonna say. Both. I'm gonna marry all three.' She continued to state, 'I'm gonna marry and f--- all three. How's that? I'm a modern woman. I'm not killing anyone.' Meanwhile, the actress has had sizzling chemistry with all three actors. Paltrow made headlines with Chalamet last year, after she was spotted shooting for a racy scene with the actor for their upcoming film, Marty Supreme. As for Paltrow's bond with Jude Law, the duo shared the screen space in the 1999 film, The Talented Mr. Ripley. The co-stars have since then maintained a good friendship. With RDJ, the Marvel fans are well aware of Pepper Potts and Tony Stark's relationship onscreen. In real life, the actress has been married to Brad Falchuk since 2018.
