UB515 Year Seven | 2020
Athletes
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Sergio Cordeiro - BRAZIL / Rio de Janeiro / Magé - 66 years old
- UB515 2019, 2015 and 2014;
- Erdinger Alkohofrei UB515 2018; 2017 and 2016;
- Deca Ironman 2019;
- Aquatic Marathon 2019;
- 1,000 km of Corrida Brasil 2018;
- Ultramarathon 300 km 2017;
- Champion of the Deca-Ironman World Challenge 2007;
- Silver Medal at the Deca-Ironman World Challenge 2010;
- Bronze medal at the Deca-Ironman World Challenge 2012;
- 10 participations in Ultraman World Championships and Ultraman Canada;
- Death Valley Marathon;
- Everest Marathon;
- https://www.facebook.com/sergiocordeiro.cordeiro.902?fref=ts ;
- Numerous sports competitions with the most varied distances, with emphasis on ultra-distances;
- 35 years of triathlon, one of the precursors of sport in Brazil.
Fred Alves - BRAZIL / São Paulo / Americana - 44 years old
- UB515 2019;
- Erdinger Alkohofrei UB515 2018; 2017 and 2016;
- Ironman Brasil 2016;
- Ironman Brasil 2015;
- Ironman Brasil 2014;
- Ironman Brasil 2013;
- Ironman Brasil 2012;
- Ironman Cozumel 2012;
- Ironman Brasil 2011;
- Ironman Brasil 2010;
- 12 hours of MTB - Cemucan;
- Why do you want to participate in UB515: "I started cycling in 1989 at the cycling school in the city. In the 90s I participated in some long races like the Paraná Coast and Santa Catarina, and I ended up identifying myself with long races. The desire participating would be for two reasons: for the encouragement and support of fellow triathlete Paulo Calil who has already completed some Ultraman, and the second wish is to be able to participate alongside the legends that I followed for Bicispoint in the 90s, Alexandre Ribeiro and Sergio Cordeiro ".
Daniel Queiroz Marques da Cruz France - BRAZIL / Piauí / Teresina - 45 years old
- UB515 2019;
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018 and 2017;
- Most of my achievements are personal: long pedal trips; all Ironmans completed; as well as the Ironmans means, being the first Ironman means in 1993, in Porto Seguro; in the same year I ran one of the most mind-boggling races I ever did in the middle of Marisia 1993, where Alexandre Ribeiro broke the chain in the Serra and then won the race so he went to Hawaii to make the best time in history, even today if I don't mistake .... I was champion Piauiense of Cycling road, in 2015;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: “Since I was a teenager, I like to challenge my limits. So I started to practice Triathlon, already as a challenge. At the age of seventeen I decided to do my first Ironman half in Porto Seguro, 1993. I was very happy to have finished the race in third place in my category and to have risen to the podium, which made my passion for long distance sports grow even more. Regarding the event, I have been following Alexandre Ribeiro for many years and I always wanted to participate in such a race, but access was very difficult. Now with the race taking place in Brazil, with my stable situation, good health and training for long distances today, I feel that I am able to participate and complete the race. The biggest reason to participate, is to test my limits and try to find the spirit of friendship and family that existed in the Triathlons of the 90s and that no longer exists ".
Sérgio Meniconi - BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 54 years old
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018 and 2017;
- UB515 2015;
- Ohana Kahi - Triathlon Global Meeting 2019 and 2018;
- Ultraman World Championships 2013;
- Ultraman Canada 2011;
- Bertioga / Maresias 2015 Ultramarathon;
- Other 140.6 triathlon events;
Because you want to participate in UB515: "The test is the spirit of the triathlon, there is care with and among athletes".
Erick Parreira Duarte - BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 33 years old
- UB515 2019;
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018;
- Champion of Ohana Kahi - Triathlon Global Meeting 2019;
- Champion of the Insanoman Hard Triathlon 2019 and 2018;
- Ironman Hawaii World Championship 2017;
- Ironman South Africa 2017;
- Ironman Los Cabos 2016;
- Ironman South Africa 2016;
- UD Ultra Challenge 75 km 2017;
- 12 hours of 111 km track race 2016;
- Half Mission Brasil 80 km (mountain race);
- Mountain Challenge 80 km;
- 2 x 12 MTB SP;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I love life. So, I constantly seek my physical, mental and spiritual evolution here in Terrra. And in this moment of my life, overcome all training challenges until I cross the finish line of UB515 (Ultraman) It will certainly be a big step that I hope to climb on my climb towards my physical, mental and spiritual evolution. Here everything should be in balance ”.
Renato Amante Chidiquimo– BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 35 years old
- UB515 2019;
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018;
- Ironman 70.3 São Paulo 2019;
- São Paulo Marathon 2019;
- Fodaxman Extreme Triathlon 2018;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2017;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2016;
- Ironman Copenhagen 2015;
- São Paulo Marathon 2017;
- 8 x Ironman 140.6 finisher;
- More than 10 x Ironman 70.3 finisher;
- Several marathons;
- From swimming and water polo (former member of the Brazilian team);
- Because you want to participate in UB515: “I play long distance sport, because I really like to train. And proof is a way to stay motivated and challenge my limits. ”
Valentim Valler - BRAZIL / São Paulo / Piracicaba - 34 years old
- UB515 2019;
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018;
- Ironman Mar Del Plata 2018;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2017;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2016;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2015;
- Ironman Fortaleza 2014;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2013;
- Ironman Texas 2012;
- Ironman Cozumel 2011;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2011;
- Ironman Arizona 2010;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2010;
- 5 x Ironman 70.3;
- São Paulo Marathon - Piracicaba 2017, 2016 and 2015;
- Several other marathons;
- Why do you want to participate in UB515: “I believe it is time to face this new challenge. I've always wanted and liked long distance races. I already had the experience of being my brother Renato Valler's staff in some events of this kind, and I would like to participate in UB515 ”.
Pedro Morganti - BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 57 years old
- UB515 2019;
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018;
- Ohana Kahi - Triathlon Global Meeting 2018;
- Ultraman Hawaii;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2019 and 2017;
- Ironman Hawaii World Championship;
- 20 x Ironman 140.6;
- Pirassununga Long Distance Triathlon;
- 2 x Cape Epic;
- 3 x Brasil Ride;
- Return to Florianópolis Island 75 km;
- Challenger Patagonia - 7 days of adventure racing;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "Because acquiring new experiences in the sport is essential. One day after another. Aloha!”.
Alessandro Silva de Medeiros - USA / Florida / Deerfield Beach - 49 years old
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018 and 2016;
- Ultraman Hawaii 2019 and 2018;
- Ultraman Florida 2017;
- Open Water Miami 2017;
- Ironman 70.3 Miami 2017;
- Ironman Cozumel;
- 3x 50Km Trail Run, Staten Island, NY;
- 2x 80Km Trail Run, The North Face Endurance Challenge, Bear Mountain, NY;
- 9x Ironman 70.3 Finisher
- 1x Grand Fondo NY 100miles bike;
- 80km Ultramarathon, San Francisco, CA - December;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I love to travel long distances, I feel at peace. The values added by the organization caught my attention (love, friendship and family) and I try to pass it on to my daughters”.
Rafael Pérez Peralva - BRAZIL / Bahia / Salvador - 40 years old
- UB515 2019;
- Triathlon Cabra da Peste 2017;
- 8 x Finisher Ironman;
- 14 x Finisher Travessia Mar Grande - Salvador 12 Km;
- Buenos Aires Marathon (sub-3hr);
- Cycling Challenge Salvador - Aracajú - Salvador 546 Km;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "For overcoming and personal fulfillment. I like difficult tests. I want to complete the test with my family. I believe that every event is a way to improve as a person, and to live experiences”.
Aline Luftmann Fernandes - BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 42 years old
- UB515 2019;
- Challenge Salvador 2018;
- GP Extreme São Carlos 2018;
- Ironman Brasil 2017;
- Ironman Mar Del Plata 2017;
- GP Extreme São Carlos 2017;
- Ironman Fortaleza 2016;
- Ironman Fortaleza 2015;
- Challenge Maceió 2016;
- Ironman Brasil 2014;
- Ironman Brasil 2013;
- Ironman Brasil 2011;
- Ironman Brasil 2010;
- Pirassununga Triathlon Long Distance 2011;
- Ubatuba Long Distance Triathlon 2009;
- Why do you want to participate in the UB515: "In 2008 I did my first triathlon race and I was already interested in trying longer runs. Since the time I was just running, I have always preferred long distances. I like the challenge of overcoming the distance, winning each stage of the race and the feeling of being resisting every kilometer. I want to experience this in a tougher race, and who knows, keep doing that distance ”.
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MARCOS DANTAS - BRAZIL / Rio de Janero / Rio de Janeiro - 49 years old
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2017;
- UB515 2015;
- 6X Ironman finisher;
- UB515 Media Director;
- Triathlete and ultramarathoner for 30 years
- Because you want to participate in UB515: “It is the sporting event that I most like to do”.
Gastón Alejandro Ramos - ARGENTINA / Buenos Aires / Martinez - 42 years old
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018;
- 302 K Argentina 302 km 2019;
- Ironman Lake Placid 2019
- Vila Urquiza - Paraná 21k Swim 2019
- 302 K Argentina 302 km 2017;
- Ironman Argentina Mal Del Plata 2017;
- 302 K Argentina 302 km 2017;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2017;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2016;
- Ironman Mexico Cozumel 2015;
- Ironman Uruguay Punta Del Este 70.3 2016;
- 7 x Ironman 70.3;
- 2 x Gran Fondo Buenos Aires;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "Personal overcoming is very important. Demonstrating yourself and being an example to others is a satisfaction".
Fernanda Aparecida de Morais - BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 41 years old
We are a family owned and operated business.
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018;
- Insanoman Hard Triathlon 2019;
- Ironman Full;
- Ultra Marathon Bertioga Maresias 75 km;
- 14Bis Ultra Water Marathon (24 km);
- Ironman 70.3 SP;
- Cidade Maravilhosa Challenge (21 km +42 km);
- SP International Marathon;
- Rio de Janeiro Marathon;
- Several other sporting events in the most varied distances and modalities;
- Why do you want to participate in the UB515: “The UB515 nailed my heart! So, let's go ahead in search of another personal achievement !!! ”.
Alexsandro Reis Leite - BRAZIL / Sergipe / Aracaju - 41 years old
We are a family owned and operated business.
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018;
- Ultraman Florida 2019;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2017;
- Ironman Cozumel 2017;
- Ironman Brasil Fortaleza 2016;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2016;
- Ironman 70.3 Maceió 2017;
- Ironman 70.3 Palmas 2017;
- Ironman 70.3 Rio de Janeiro 2016;
- Ironman 70.3 Palmas 2016;
- Uphill Marathon 42 km 2016;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I want to participate in UB515 due to the new challenge!".
Adilson Mendes Scapim - BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 47 years old
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2019 and 2018;
- Ironman 70.3 São Paulo 2019;
- Ironman Argentina Mar Del Plata 2017;
- Triathlon Cabra da Peste Fortaleza 2017;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2017;
- Long Distance Triathlon Ubatuba 2017;
- Pirassununga Long Distance Triathlon 2017;
- Ironman 70.3 Maceió 2017;
- Bertioga Maresias Ultramarathon 75 km 2017;
- Trisay Series 2017;
- Long Distance Triathlon 2016;
- Several other tests 70.3;
- More than 30 stages of short triathlon;
- Circuit of the Seas 10 km - 2016;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I want to participate by challenge. I like overcoming and I identify myself with long tests".
Cristiano Finkler Rodrigues - BRAZIL / Rio Grande do Sul / Canoas - 46 years old
- Erdinger Alkoholfrei UB515 2018;
- Ohana Kahi - Triathlon Global Meeting 2018;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2017;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2015;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2014;
- Ironman Brasil Florianópolis 2013;
- Long Distance Triathlon Caiobá 2017;
- Long Distance Triathlon Caiobá 2016;
- 12 hours of swimming 2015;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "Because of the challenge. I am passionate about long distances".
Renato M. Valler Filho - BRAZIL / São Paulo / Piracicaba - 40 years old
- Epic 5 Challenger 1130 km 2018;
- Fodaxman Extreme Triathlon 2018;
- Ultraman Hawaii 2017;
- Ultraman Florida 2015;
- Ultraman United Kingdom 2011;
- Iroman Brasil 2018;
- Iroman Italy 2017;
- Iroman Barcelona 2017;
- 2 x 14 Bis Aquatic Marathon - 24 km;
- 21 x Ironman finisher;
- 10 x 70.3 finisher;
- 20 marathons;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I practice ultra-distance sports because I like challenges, I feel good and I like what I do".
Maicon Amaro dos Santos - BRAZIL / Ubatuba / SP- 33 years old
We are a family owned and operated business.
- Ohana Kahi - Triathlon Global Meeting 2018-2019;
- Long Distance Triathlon 2017;
- 6 Hours of MTB open Elite - 2018;
- Several MTB marathon events in previous years.
- Why do you want to participate in UB515: “Do you know that event you watch and say:“ my dream is to be there one day ”? Well, the UB515 for me represents a second family and not just a test, but a big party where family, friends and people we don't know, get involved in an inexplicable way motivating and cheering us all the time. This is the desire to participate, achieve one more goal and register more of this great dream in life ”.
Juan Jose Coassolo - ARGENTINA / Entre Rios / Crespo - 44 years old
- Ultraman Hawaii 2018;
- Ultraman Florida 2018;
- Scott Marathon MTB Uruguay - 300 km;
- 06 x Full Ironman Finisher (Argentina, South Africa and Brazil);
- 13 x 70.3 Finisher;
- 02 x El Cruce Finisher - 100 km;
- Why do you want to participate in UB515: "I practice this sport, and especially this distance, because it is the sport where I found myself the most, pushing me to the limits. I want to participate because friends like Vanusa Maciel, Jair Avansi, Giuseppe Musella, Gastón Ramos encouraged me to run this event ".
André Ricardo Garrido Picanço - BRAZIL / Sergipe / Aracaju - 46 years old
- Capixaba de Ferro Full 2019;
- Ohana Kahi - Triathlon Global Meeting 2018;
- Ironman Florianópolis - 2018;
- Ironman 70.3 Florianopolis 2018;
- Ironman 70.3 Fortaleza 2019;
- Ironman 70.3 Maceió 2018;
- Ironman 70.3 Rio de Janeiro 2018;
- Florida Marathon 2019;
- 1,000 km cycling challenge 2019;
- Cerrado Half Challenge 2017;
- Ironman 70.3 Maceió 2017
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I like the mental and physical challenges necessary to reach the goals. I learned to live the journey and the whole process of implicit knowledge".
Fabiano Pinheiro Peres - BRAZIL / São Paulo / Bragança Paulista - 43 years old
- Finisher of several Ironman Brasil;
- Long Distance Triathlon;
- Santos International Triathlon;
- Porto Alegre Marathon;
- Florianópolis Marathon;
- Porto Alegre Marathon;
- Blumenau Marathon;
- Triathlon World Championship;
- Open Biathlon SP champion;
- Several swimming events;
- Why do you want to participate in UB515: "I consider this magical test, where and all the participants stay in harmony for three days, really as a big family. The need to count on the staffs also creates an environment of cooperation that reinforces the bonds between friends. ".
Ricardo Slivak Chemmer - BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 47 years old
- Insanoman Hard Triathlon 2019;
- Isklar Norseman Xtri (black shirt) 2018;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2018;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2017;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2016;
- Ironman Maryland 2017
- Several 70.3 Ironaman, TH3 and Long Distance triathlons;
- El Cruce de Los Andes
- 11 x Finisher of Iron full distance triathlons;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I was team captain for athlete Renato Amante in UB515 in 2019 and 2018. Now I don't want to just" help ". Rsss.
Gustavo Guaraldi - BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 38 years old
- Ironman South Africa 2019;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2018;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2017;
- Ironman 70.3 Maceió 2018;
- Ironman 70.3 Palmas 2017;
- Pirassununga Long Distance Triathlon 2018;
- Triathlon TH3 Paranaense de Triathlon 2016;
- Interlagos Cycling Challenge;
- Berlin Marathon 2017;
- São Paulo Marathon;
- Buenos Aires Marathon;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I am driven by endorphins. I played sports my whole life. Since I was little I went to Santos. I once saw that a sports competition was taking place and I discovered that it was a triathlon race, the Brasil Trophy. I thought about time that one day i needed to participate in it ... since then i started in short, medium and Ironman as a goal. When i was introduced to UB515 in addition to looking for other challenges, i had the opportunity to be closer to some of my idols : Alexandre Ribeiro, Sergio Cordeiro, Ivan Albano, among others. It will be a great experience ”.
Aléssio Eulálio Dantas - BRAZIL / Piauí / Teresina - 38 years old
- Cabra da Peste Triathlon - 2019;
- Triathlon Cabra da Peste - 2018;
- Cabra da Peste Triathlon - 2017;
- Ironman 70.3 Palmas 2017;
- BR 135 Ultramarathon 2019 80 km;
- Ceará Long Distance Championship - Triathlon - 2019, 2018 and 2017 (Brazilian Championship);
- Ironman 70.3 Fortaleza 2017;
- Ironman 70.3 Alagoas 2018 and 2017;
- São Paulo Marathon 2019;
- Challenge Maceió 2016;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "Triathlon is my life. To evolve in this sport to reach ever greater distances and challenges motivates me to develop as a human being. I try to become a better person every day".
Fernando Carlos Falcão do Vale - BRAZIL / Minas Gerais / Governador Valadares - 45 years old
- Ironman Brasil 2019;
- Ironman Brasil 2018;
- Ironman Brasil 2013;
- Ironman 70.3 Florianópolis 2019 and 2018;
- Ironman 70.3 Maceió 2018 and 2017;
- Ironman 70.3 Rio de Janeiro 2019, 2017 and 2015;
- Caiabá TH3 Triathlon - 2019;
- Marines Ultramarathon - 24 hrs;
- Army Night Race - Vila Velha - 12 hrs;
- Buenos Aires Marathon;
- 2 x Rio de Janeiro Marathon;
- 2 x São Paulo Marathon;
- Curitiba Marathon;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "It is my passion and that of my family to participate in sporting events. We live challenges and this is our fuel to face any difficulties, we are strengthened. The challenge and dream now, is to cross the finish line of UB515 with my family".
Paulo Roberto de Abreu - BRAZIL / São Paulo / São Paulo - 45 years old
- Ironman Brasil 2019;
- Ironman 70.3 São Paulo 2019;
- UAI 135 KM 2019;
- Ironman Brasil 2018;
- Ironman Brasil 2017;
- Ironman Brasil 2016;
- Ironman Brasil 2015;
- Ironman Fortaleza 2014;
- 10 km swimming events;
- São Paulo Circuit of Water Crossings;
- Ultramarathon Trail - Indomit Costa Esmeralda 100 km;
- Bertioga Maresias Ultramarathon 2018;
- Maresias Bertioga Ultramarine 2016;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I like the challenges and long distance races. It takes a lot of concentration from the athlete, and not only the physical, but also the mental part. I believe that it is at the right time to participate in the UB515".
Rubnei Alexssander Gervasio Gallego - BRAZIL / São Paulo / Santana de Parnaíba - 43 years old
- Ironman Florianópolis 2019;
- Bertioga Maresias Ultramarathon 75 km 2019;
- Rio Itapanhaú Aquatic Ultramarathon 2019;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2018;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2017;
- Dunga Challenge 2018;
- Crossing Cardená-Ilha Bela - Relay- 22 km - 2018;
- Pirassununga Long Distance Triathlon 2017;
- Aquaman 7 km challenge 2017;
- TriRex Triathlon Brotas 2016;
- Ironman 70.3 Rio de Janeiro 2019;
- Duathlons;
- Sea Crossings;
- Because you want to participate in UB515: "I like to overcome myself at each event. The challenge encourages me to exceed my limits".
Walter Paschoalotti Neto - BRAZIL / São Paulo / Socorro - 36 years old
- Capixaba de Ferro 2019;
- Ultramarathon Rei and Rainha de Minas 2019;
- Bertioga-Maresias Ultramarathon 75 km 2018;
- Cycling Atibaia x Aparecida do Norte x Atibaia
- Ultramarathons;
- Marathons;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2016;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2013;
- Ironman Florianópolis 2012;
- 20 x 70.3 Finisher;
- Why do you want to participate in UB515: "I practice ultra-distances because since I started in the triathlon I identified myself with long races, and I started to follow the trajectory of my coach Ivan Albano. The time has come”.
Cesar Augusto Curti - BRAZIL/Santa Catarina/Florianópolis - 32 years old
- Ironman Florianópolis;
- Triatlhon Long distance Ubatuba and Pirassununga;
- Ironman 70.3 Foz do Iguaçu;
- X-Terra Island beautiful;
- Moutain Do - Atacama Desert Marathon;
- Sustainable Marathon – Patagonia;
- Bike crossing – Turkey - 2,000 km with 22,000 altimetry;
- Ekstrem Sport Veko (Extreme Sports Festival in Norway);
- Ultramarathon Bertioga Maresias 75km (3 times);
- Several street marathons and trail run (Indomit, K-Series, Moutain Do...);
- Santos International Triathlon;
- Maritime crossings;
- Why I want to participate in UB515: “I'm passionate about challenges and I love using sport as a tool for self-knowledge, overcoming and human development. With each test and challenge I know myself better, I learn and evolve meeting great people during the journey. I identified a lot with the race because it was not just a race, but a tool for personal evolution”.
Fernanda Leticia Borella Prieto - BRAZIL/São Paulo/São Paulo - 42 years old
- Bi-Brazilian Champion of MTB XCO;
- Vice Pan American Champion of MTB XCO (Argentina);
- Brasil Ride (Chapada Diamantina);
- Brasil Ride (Porto Seguro);
- Brazil Ride (Botucatu);
- Xterra Terra Ilha Bela;
- Xterra Long Island;
- Xterra Paraty;
- Long Distance Pirassununga;
- GP XTreme São Carlos;
- Long Distance Ubatuba;
- Tri Day São Paulo;
- 70.3 Florianópolis;
- Challenge of the 28 North Coast Beaches;
- Challenge 28 Praia Costa Sul (double);
- Ultra Marathon São Pedro a Brotas (double);
- Ultra Marathon Brotas a São Pedro (solo);
- City Marathon;
- Neptune São Vicente Challenge;
- Half Marathon Alphaville;
- Saint Silvestre;
- Because he wants to participate in UB515: "I like to push my limits, especially when I have the company of special friends. We train together, we win challenges together."