Mark Allen’s nickname is “The Grip.” He is a six-time IRONMAN World Title winner. He is regarded as one of the all-time greats of the sport.
Mark Allen earned his nickname because he was so strong mentally and could persevere when races got tough. He also raced hard against Dave Scott and won the IRONMAN World Championship in 1989 in a close contest. He was the dominant athlete in the sport for the next decade, leveraging his excellent physical abilities and competitive drive. “The Grip” illustrates his race-day concentration and determination to push forward when other competitors dropped back. His legacy can still be witnessed today in the way athletes train to complete a triathlon and in the way they think and prepare mentally.
