However, Tom has never been one to reject a challenge and so when it was suggested to him (during a typically focussed and productive partners meeting) that triathlon was the ultimate fitness test, he had no hesitation in picking up some "speedo's" and signing up for some swimming lessons.
6 months later and Tom found himself at Chirk Triathlon on an un-seasonally warm April day. Chirk Tri is a "sprint" triathlon meaning the distances are shorter and are therefore suited to a novice. The 400m pool swim was predictably hard and Tom entered the first transition behind schedule. However, an average bike leg and a decent running performance meant a respectable finish and will allow Tom to retire from triathlon's gracefully.
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Tom is a Partner in our Corporate Team and is also part of the DTM Sports Law team, acting for individuals and organisations involved in all aspects of the business of sport.