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Erez Yitzhaki Plans 13 Ironman Triathlons to Fund Veterans

8/24/2026

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Former police officer Erez Yitzhaki will attempt 13 Ironman-distance triathlons in 2027 to fund equipment for wounded IDF veterans.
He served 20 years in a special police unit before October 7 triggered severe post-traumatic stress.
He founded the WarMind project, using sport as rehabilitation and fundraising tool.
He will organize 11 “Blue and White” Ironman triathlons on routes across Israel, traversing October 7 combat zones and northern battlefronts.

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Former police officer Erez Yitzhaki will attempt 13 Ironman-distance triathlons in 2027 to fund equipment for wounded IDF veterans.
He served 20 years in a special police unit before October 7 triggered severe post-traumatic stress.
He founded the WarMind project, using sport as rehabilitation and fundraising tool.
He will organize 11 “Blue and White” Ironman triathlons on routes across Israel, traversing October 7 combat zones and northern battlefronts.