17/06/2026
🏊♂️🚴♂️🏃♂️ Ironman #39 for the man, the myth, the legend… Marcus Smith.
Most athletes fuel with gels. Marcus apparently fuels with beer. 🍺😂
In what can only be described as peak Marcus behaviour, he managed to stop not once, but TWICE during the run leg to accept a skull challenge from the crowd—first at the 19km mark & then again at 24km. Because running an Ironman clearly wasn’t challenging enough.
Fresh off completing Ultraman Australia just a few weeks ago, Marcus continues to prove that limits are merely suggestions. His ability to push through incredible physical challenges while still finding time to entertain spectators is just one of the many reasons he’s become a favourite both on & off the course.
Whether it’s swimming, cycling, running, building a business, supporting patients, or apparently skulling beers mid-race, we’re still trying to work out what this man can’t do.
Congratulations on Ironman number 39, Marcus. Your determination, resilience, & ability to never take yourself too seriously are an inspiration to us all.
Now the real question… what’s harder: the Ironman or the beer at kilometre 24? 🍻🏅