Cancer-Fighting Dad, Teen Daughter & Inspiring Pal Set to Conquer Tempe Ironman

Timothy Bolen will be competing in his 20th Ironman triathlon alongside his daughter Cloe this weekend in Tempe. Cloe, at 19 years old, intends to carry on the grueling tradition of the 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, followed by a 26.2-mile run. Having watched her father throughout her life, she is now set to join him, “doing it with my best friend,” Cloe told FOX 10 Phoenix. Inspired by her father, who has been battling terminal cancer since January 2020, their participation is a testament to their commitment to not let a diagnosis impede living fully.

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