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Bob
Telfer (AUS)
Born
September 2, 1944. Citizen of Australia. Three-time
gold medallist, ITU World Triathlon Championship: 1991,
1995, 2000. Printer by trade. Married to Anne, also
an accomplished triathlete. Two children, one grandchild.
Resides in suburb of Sydney. Competed in surf lifesaving
since age of 13, numerous national titles. National
class rugby competitor. Became accomplished ultra runner
in early 80's. Two overall wins in the Sydney to Wollongong
race. Fourth in renowned Melbourne to Sydney Westfield
Endurance Run; his time was six days, 13 hours. Discovered
triathlon during the same time period. Finished second
overall in 1987 Fosters Ironman Australia as a 43-year-old.
Two division wins at Ironman Hawaii, with his proudest
moment being the 9:24 in 1992 that was good for 75th
overall at the age of 48. Using the age-grading scale
explained on www.cooltri.com, that was equal to an 8:04
effort. Values the support and encouragement of family
and "the great friendships" made in sport
of surf lifesaving. Admires Nelson Mandela: "A
humble person who overcame tremendous adversity".
Fan of The Beatles.
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