Interview with Robert Buren: Canadian Paraplegic Triathlete

A conversation with Rob Buren, the first Canadian paraplegic to race at Kona. triathlonmagazi...
TMC visited triathlete Rob Buren in his home last month and learned about his two-year-long journey to qualify for and race at the Ironman World Championships as a paraplegic athlete. Buren lives in Oakville, Ont. with his wife and two daughters, all of whom played a major role in helping Buren not only finish his race but get to the start line.
“The process for qualifying as a paraplegic athlete is really difficult,” Buren explains. “There are just three races around the world - in Texas, Luxemburg and Australia - and very limited spots.”
All his hard work paid off and Buren proudly crossed the Kona finish line on October 8th this year, second in his division and the first Canadian para-athlete to accomplish such a feat. In this video (the first of a two-part series), he talks about the challenges of racing on the island and how this achievement was a special way to mark eight-year anniversary of the accident that put him in a wheelchair.
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[@brainkearney7149]

I so salute you. I was paralyzed as a result of an accident when 54. Had done Ironman Canada 2x before injury (as well as NZ, US, etc.). I got in the pool first time post accident and was blown away by fact that I thought I was going to drown. Can't swim freestyle half a lap. Not going for Ironman at this stage of life. But definitely getting out there. Loved your story. Admire your effort and drive. Inspirational!

[@lmn1966]

My condolences to you and your family. Zara's legacy will live on forever. ♥️😇