Carrying an American flag and escorted by a police motorcade, John O’Connor finished his massive marathon challenge at 6:30 p.m. Monday.
“It was just amazing. The whole thing is so overwheming,” said O’Connor, finally resting after running four consecutive 26.2-mile marathons.
“I just can’t explain all the emotions running through my mind,” said an elated O’Connor.
He thanked everyone who supported him along the way, both physically at the race and on the Eagle-Tribune blog. His father, who couldn’t be there in person, was able to track him all day on the blog, he said.
Tonight, O’Connor said he plans to go home and fill his bathtub with ice.
“And soak in it for 12 minutes,” he said.
Then, he’s heading straight to bed for a well-deserved night’s sleep.
