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EPISODE · Jul 20, 2026 · 39 MIN

#195: Shark Bite to Oceans Seven: Paul Leonard’s Extraordinary Journey

from Freestyle Media · host Joe Malone

Paul Leonard shares the extraordinary story of becoming only the 44th person ever to complete the Oceans Seven challenge. From surviving a shark bite during his Molokai Channel attempt to returning a year later to finish the swim, Paul reveals the resilience, preparation and mental strength required to conquer the world’s toughest marathon swims. He also shares his training strategies, the highs and lows of the journey, and what it takes to succeed in one of endurance sport’s greatest challenges.Enjoy additional content via our Instagram channel @freestyle_media_swimming and please leave us a rating or review.

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