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Former Wales and British and Irish Lions wing Shane Williams was among the competitors, the eighth time he has taken on the challenge.<\/p>\n
He said: “I honestly think it gets better and better, this is probably the best support I’ve seen. When you’ve got the support like that on both sides it’s incredible. I can’t explain how much I absolutely love it.<\/p>\n
“I think my favourite today was the run and that was purely because of the support. It’s an Ironman – it’s all hard, but you enjoy it at the same time.”<\/p>\n
Before the 2025 edition, race director Rebecca Sutherland said the event is the “jewel in the crown of our UK race season”. <\/p>\n
She added: “The Welsh spectator support throughout Tenby and Pembrokeshire is always incredible to witness. Athletes get to experience a challenging course with one of the best atmospheres on earth.”<\/p>\n
Those who made it to the finish line were rewarded with a trip up the infamous red carpet. <\/p>\n
First-timers had the chance to ring the bell to mark their achievement, before hearing the four words every endurance athlete longs for: “You are an Ironman!”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n