Marin Sesar became the first wide-friendly ionomin who completed full Ironman on one of the most prestigious triathlon races in the world on Sunday 29. June held in German Frankfurt.
Although he entered the triathlon world only before a less than two years, among thousands of competitors from all over the world in Frankfurt, the historic section was printed out and Marin Sesar29-year-old who became the first broaddropskin that ended Full Ironman.
His dream was born almost accidentally – From one half marathon, through bicycle enthusiasm and pool kilometers, all the way to a line that separates a recreationist from Ironman.
Random start
Marin Sesar for seven years He lives in Germanynear Munich. The father of two-year-old girls is also married, and the second child is expected with his wife. Although his daily obligations are demanding – given the work in the factory in three shifts and family life – in early 2023. he began to engage in a run. After only two ran half marathon, in June of the same year he bought his First road bikeand the summer also brought the first swimming in swimming pools. Sports slowly became more than a hobby.
Here every village has Triathlonic Clubhe said in a joke for the portal Jabuka.tvstating that such opportunities were prompted to try Connect all three disciplines.
From the semi -onman to a great decision
The first serious race was him Semiuronman in May 2024. yearsto which he applied spontaneously, but prepared him with professional assistance The trainer Vladimir wire. He finished him in 5 hours and 34 minutes.
Then, he says, in order to make a decision: I have to finish Full Ironman.
Preparations for Frankfurt began in August 2024. years under the leadership New Coach Adija Muslija. Despite the challenges of family and professional life, he managed to stay Consistent trainings – And the coach helped him use every free watch in the best way.
Frankfurt: The race of life
The day came to become Ironman, Sesara was waiting for a great challenge on Sunday – become ironman: Set 3.8 kilometers, then take 180 km of bicycles and eventually run 42.2 kilometers.
On the day of the race, an additional challenge was wave heat which hit Germany – the water temperature was too high for swimming in neoprene suits. Still, Sesar is 3.8 km to swim cool, without major problems. He followed cycling segment From 180 km, with more than 1,400 meters of uphill – taken to an average speed of 32 km / h.
Running is, he says, either the most demanding part. With a 35-degree temperature, without wind, Sesar was held tempo 5:20 per kilometer. But about 27. miles The body began to send Exhaustion signals – Shivers, pain, pulse drop. There was a short recovery pause, slow down the tempo and fight with himself.
The last round pulled me out of Lanja and my friends and relatives who were on the track. They are me gave strength to “get to the target”he honestly admitted for the portal Jabuka.tv.
Although at first the goal was to complete the race under 11 hours, satisfaction with the total time of 11 hours and 17 minutes It is not reduced because, as he says with a smile: I’ll be easier in the second Ironman to be to knock down a personal record.
Half medals belongs to wife
After the race, instead of “Never More” Sesar discovered for our portal that he currently plans to do one marathon at the end of the year, and because of the birth of another child Full Ironman leaves at least until 2027. years. But it intends to continue with the semi-minmans because preparations are still significantly simpler.
I am grateful to everyone who were with me, especially friends and relatives who stabbed me on the trail. A the highest – At least Half medals belongs to her. Without her support and understanding, I couldn’t do thissays Marin.
With its perseverance, transmission and amazing will, Marin Sesar not only became the first wide-grilled title with the title of Ironman, but is also Inspiration to everyone who dream big dreams – no matter where they are and when they started.
(www.jabuka.tv)
