2007 Ironman World Champion

"I have now achieved everything I have ever dreamed for in this sport by winning the Ironman World Championships. It just goes to show when you never stop believing, never stop chasing your dreams — anything is possible! People love to tell you things are not possible and criticize commitment. I want to show my children that dreaming is great and by being brave and having the courage to pursue those dreams is what life is all about. Some people will always criticize you for this approach but that is because they lack the courage to chase and to dream. I will never stop believing and will encourage my children and others to live the same way."