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Stuart Mangan RIP

We were extremely sad to hear of the recent untimely death of Stuart Mangan at 26 years of age. He was an extremely positive and inspiring individual.

Stuart came from a different discipline - rugby - but inspired an ultramarathon race.

He was paralysed in a rugby accident on 5 April 2007 and subsequently required round the clock care. Ireland's Olympic rower, Gearoid Towey, was one of many who sought a way to raise funds for the Stuart Mangan Trust. He contacted members of the ultrarunning community and clearly put lots of energy into launching the Art O'Neill Challenge - a 55km night-time race - to raise funds for the cause.

We extend our deepest sympathy to Stuart's family and friends on their great loss.