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Mayo High School senior Adam Berg, 17, to race in Ironman South Africa April 19, 2026, to raise $10K for rhino conservation.
Adam Berg, a Mayo High School senior from Rochester, is set to compete in the Ironman South Africa race on April 19, 2026, despite being under the standard 18-year-old age limit.
He has trained for over a year for the 140.6-mile event—2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, and 26.2-mile run—using the race to raise $10,000 for Endangered Rhino Conservation, a South African nonprofit protecting white rhinos, including one named Sweet Chilli.
Berg, inspired by African wildlife and a childhood fascination with the region, aims to complete the grueling challenge, which typically takes about 16 hours and 45 minutes.
His parents initially hesitated but supported his trip after seeing his dedication and prior fundraising for the Special Olympics.
He is traveling with a parent and using modest gear, with all donations going directly to rhino conservation efforts.
El estudiante de último año de Mayo High School, Adam Berg, de 17 años, competirá en el Ironman Sudáfrica el 19 de abril de 2026, para recaudar $ 10K para la conservación del rinoceronte.