Chrissie Wellington

About

Triathlete with an illustrious career who won her first Ironman world championship in 2007.

Before Fame

She swam competitively as a teenager, which ultimately led to her training for triathlons.

Trivia

She was the first triathlete to win a world championship within a year of turning professional.

Family Life

She was born in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England.

Associated With

In 2009 she won the Sunday Times Sportswoman of the Year award, finishing just ahead of Jessica Ennis-Hill.