Race driver Billy Monger who had both legs amputated after horror crash sets incredible sporting...
Billy Monger Breaks Record After Leg Amputation
Written by James Cooney for Daily Mail Australia
Published: 05:47 GMT, 28 October 2024 | Last updated: 05:47 GMT, 28 October 2024
Billy Monger, a former race car driver, had both of his legs amputated after a serious accident in 2017. Recently, he amazed the sports community by shattering the Ironman record for double amputees at the World Championship held in Hawaii.
At just 25 years old, Monger shattered the previous Ironman record by an impressive two hours, three minutes, and three seconds, finishing in an incredible time of 14 hours, 23 minutes, and 56 seconds.
He shouted with joy as he crossed the finish line after finishing the tough 226.3 km (65-mile) race.
"What a day it has been! This felt like the longest day I've ever experienced. I could really feel an overwhelming sense of love while I was out on the course; it truly was a memorable day," he expressed after completing the event.
All the effort we put in has finally resulted in success, and it turned out even better than we could have imagined. Everything fell into place perfectly.
There were a couple of incidents – like getting stung by jellyfish and scraping my foot during a run – but looking at the bigger picture, given the challenges we could have faced, I am truly thrilled.
It was a race beyond my wildest imagination. My support team was incredible, and I'm so grateful for everything they did. I also want to thank all the supporters out there—I hope you enjoyed this journey as much as I did. Together, we’ve become IRONMAN!
"Breaking the course record by two hours? That’s impressive!"
Billy Monger is captured in the moments following his stunning achievement of breaking the Ironman record for double amputees at the World Championship in Hawaii.
Monger (shown in the center) shared that he faced multiple challenges during the race, including being stung by jellyfish.
Monger started his racing career at the tender age of six, but in April 2017, during a British F4 race, he suffered severe injuries that led to the loss of both his legs.
Nevertheless, he was driving again within a year and has since been training for several years in triathlon.
His remarkable journey of recovery led him to receive the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Helen Rollason Award in 2018, recognizing his extraordinary accomplishments despite facing significant challenges.
Currently working as a television host, Monger is focusing on his efforts to gather donations for charitable causes.
The 25-year-old driver lost his left leg above the knee and had his right leg amputated below the knee following a devastating accident in April 2017.
Monger described the Ironman competition in Hawaii as the longest day he has ever experienced.
"I’ve never been prouder of Billy and all that he has accomplished, both for himself and for those around him," said his mother, Amanda Knight.
At this moment, I can't shake off the huge feeling of relief knowing that he has completed the race. When he decided to take on this challenge, I was confident he would give it his all, motivated by the people he could assist through Comic Relief.
In 2021, Billy took on an enormous challenge once again. He decided to raise funds for charity by walking, kayaking, and cycling his way across England.
