Shirin Gerami

Shirin Gerami is Iran's first female triathlete competing in a world championship. On 15 September 2013, Gerami raced the triathlon championship in London while garbed in full Islamic dress. She has designed a range of sportswear to inspire other Iranian women to participate in sports.

Personal life

Gerami was born in Iran, and lived in England for 11 years, with time spent in the U.S.A. and the Middle East. She studied for A-levels at Lancing College and then graduated with a degree in politics, philosophy and economics from Durham University.

Recognition

In 2016 Gerami was chosen as one of the BBC 100 Women.

Competition

Triathlon World Champions, London, U.K., 15 September 2013.
Ironman World Championships, Kona, Hawaii, U.S.A., 9 October 2016