In what is likely a first for the Indian judiciary, sitting High Court judge, Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas, completed the gruelling Ironman 70.3 triathlon which was held in Goa this past weekend.

An Ironman 70.3, also known as a Half Ironman, is organised by the World Triathlon Corporation.

The 70.3"refers to the total distance in miles (113.0 km) covered in the race, consisting of a 1.2-mile (1.9 km) swim, a 56-mile (90 km) bike ride, and a 13.1-mile (21.1 km) run. 

Kerala High Court judge Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas competed in the men's 55-59 years category and completed the race with a time of 8:46:44.