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Fraser Cartmell is showing he’s prepared to go the distance to pursue his Ironman ambitions

AS families across the world prepare to gather together in the spirit of bonhomie, Fraser Cartmell will bid farewell to his kith and kin this morning and depart to spend Christmas by himself.

It takes a certain brand of fortitude to be an Ironman, the long-distance variety of triathlon that is only for the foolish or the brave.

The parting, however, will be a test of resolve.