The record
- Three-time Guinness World Record holder
- Independent IRONMAN Arizona 140.6 finisher
- First person with Down syndrome to finish a 50K ultratrail race
- IRONMAN Texas, IRONMAN Lake Placid, IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside, and IRONMAN 70.3 Hawaii finisher
- London Marathon finisher
The mission
Robert competes without guides and uses endurance sport to expand expectations for athletes with Down syndrome. His Man of Iron work connects record-setting performance with inclusion, sponsorship, and public speaking.
Robert is preparing to attempt the Great World Race in Fall 2026: seven marathons on seven continents in seven consecutive days.
Authority topics
Down syndrome IRONMAN competitionGuinness World Records and the first Down syndrome 50K ultramarathon finishIndependent racing and inclusive endurance sportsThe Great World Race and seven-marathon challengeAthlete sponsorship and disability keynote speaking