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IDF Veteran Completes Hawaii Ironman After Losing Leg in Gaza Combat
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IDF veteran Boris Baruch Shtonda completed the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii on October 10, 2026, three years after losing his leg in Gaza combat. Competing with a specialized prosthetic, Shtonda dedicated the grueling triathlon to wounded soldiers in rehabilitation. His journey was supported by Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF), which aids veterans in rebuilding their lives through sports and rehabilitation programs.
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- IDF veteran Boris Baruch Shtonda completed the Hawaii Ironman on October 10, 2026, after losing his leg in Gaza.
- Shtonda competed in the division for athletes with disabilities using a specialized running prosthetic.
- He was injured in Beit Hanoun, Gaza, while serving with the IDF's Duvdevan unit.
- Shtonda dedicated his achievement to wounded soldiers undergoing rehabilitation.
- His training and participation were supported by Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF).
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