On | Gustav Iden:
The Duality of Sport

Gustav Iden’s journey as a triathlete embodies the duality of sport—how the pursuit of greatness is inseparable from the search for personal meaning. At just 26, he won the Ironman World Championship in Kona, an astonishing feat that marked him as a generational talent. Yet, in the years that followed, success became elusive. His struggles weren’t just physical but deeply personal, especially after the loss of his mother. Rather than chasing podiums, Iden has sought something more profound: the feeling of being himself again. His story reflects the reality that sport isn’t just about victory—it’s about resilience, identity, and the ever-evolving relationship between performance and self-worth. Director/DP/Post: Neal Fagan Client: On Agency: Santara Group Production Company: Orbital Studio Hawaii Unit Cinematographer: Joan Agramunt Producer: Jools Beardon Santara Producer: Holly Hale