Matt Fitzgerald
2 SeriesMatt Fitzgerald is an acclaimed endurance sports journalist and author. He has written numerous books focusing on running, fitness, and nutrition. His work significantly contributes to the understanding and advancement of these fields.
Iron War by Matt Fitzgerald chronicles the 1989 Ironman World Championship, hailed as the greatest race in endurance sports history. The event featured a fierce competition between two top athletes, Dave Scott and Mark Allen. They remained neck and neck throughout the entire race, which included a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike race, and a 26.2-mile marathon. After eight hours of intense racing, both athletes shattered the world record, finishing a mere 58 seconds apart. This epic showdown highlights the pinnacle of athletic endurance and competition.
