Paralympian backs first triathlon of its kind

One of the competitors in the first ever triathlon for disabled children in the North East said the event was tiring.

Paralympian Josef Craig told Tyne Tees that the triathlon was important because it helped children 'get outside and have some fun'.

The world record holder was visiting the first ever triathlon for disabled children in the North East.

Paralympian Josef Craig took to the pool earlier to help with the first ever triathlon for disabled children in the North East.

The world record holder said it was important to support events like it, to help bring the benefits of sport to more children.