"There are two ways of looking at this. Either you could say Ger Copeland is lucky, that he has no divine right to be alive, and focus on how he's defied outrageous odds not just to live, but to live the way he does - winning marathons and scaling unfathomable heights for a man in his condition. You could look at the 10 per cent chance of survival he once had and think how fortunate he is to still be around."
"Dubliner suffered brain injury in freak skiing accident but his unbreakable spirit has seen him travel on an inspirational journey"
Ger Copeland suffered a catastrophic brain injury in a freak skiing accident. He faced a ten per cent chance of survival after the injury. He has defied long odds to survive and to rebuild a physically demanding life. He now wins marathons and scales extraordinary heights despite his condition. His recovery reflects persistent determination, rigorous rehabilitation efforts, and an unbreakable spirit. He remains an active example of physical achievement and resilience following severe neurological trauma. His story emphasizes the possibilities of recovery and continued ambition after life-changing injury.
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