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Graham Ward
Graham's father diagnosed at age 3.
Dad had always hoped I would complete a marathon one day.
After watching his father's lifelong battle with type 1 diabetes, Graham decided to honour his wish of his son completing a marathon. Determined to get fit and healthy, Graham kicked off his running journey.