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The life story of Britain's world conquering Ironman triathlete, Chrissie Wellington. She is a triple World Champion and World Record holder, voted 'Sunday Times Sportswoman of the Year' in 2009, and made an MBE in 2010. 'Like Usain Bolt, Wellington has burst on to the scene and destroyed the opposition. Those within athletics said that Bolt was coming but Wellington came from nowhere and wins by a relatively greater margin' James Cracknell
Synopsis
Chrissie Wellington is the world's No 1 female Ironman triathlete, a four times World Champion, having recently won her fourth title in October 2011 and the World Record holder. In 2009 she was voted "Sunday Times" Sportswoman of the Year and in 2010 was awarded the MBE. This title presents her story.
