Episode 116 — Madness or the Mindset of a Champion? Where Do We Draw the Line?

12 Months to Marathon · Oct 8, 2026 · 16m · transcript

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What separates the mindset of a champion from a decision that goes too far? And can we admire an athlete's determination without agreeing with their actions?

In this episode of the 12 Months to Marathon Podcast, I'm exploring two controversial moments from the world of endurance sport that sparked fierce debate across social media.

First, the extraordinary determination of Tigst Assefa, who reportedly completed the final 2km of the Berlin Marathon despite suffering a ruptured Achilles tendon.

Then there's the HYROX competitor Joanna Wietrzyk, who continued racing after…