see more

PEMBROKE, WALES - SEPTEMBER 2: Alix Popham, former Welsh International Rugby Player on Tenby North Beach the day before setting out to complete Ironman Wales, on September 2, 2023 in Pembroke, Wales. They are completing the extreme endurance challenge, a triathlon consisting of a 2.4 mile sea swim, 112 mile hilly cycle, followed by a full marathon to raise awareness and support for the Head for Change charity, pioneering charitable foundation, focuses on promoting positive change for brain health in sports and providing support for former players affected by neurodegenerative diseases. (Photo by Ryan Sosna-Bowd/Getty Images)

PEMBROKE, WALES - SEPTEMBER 2: Alix Popham, former Welsh International Rugby Player on Tenby North Beach the day before setting out to complete Ironman Wales, on September 2, 2023 in Pembroke, Wales. They are completing the extreme endurance challenge, a triathlon consisting of a 2.4 mile sea swim,  112 mile hilly cycle, followed by a full marathon to raise awareness and support for the Head for Change charity, pioneering charitable foundation, focuses on promoting positive change for brain health in sports and providing support for former players affected by neurodegenerative diseases.  (Photo by Ryan Sosna-Bowd/Getty Images)