Creeslough: Man whose leg was crushed completes marathon

“I still have a lot of pain in my leg and there would be some weakness there,” he said.

“It wasn’t a smooth six-month training plan as most people would undertake and there was some injuries that curtailed me a few times.

“It was still enjoyable to get out and run after spending such a long time stuck inside.”

The student said running has always been a great way for him to “clear his head” and he wanted to thank the hospital staff who helped him get to this point.

Mr McGee said his family were incredibly proud of him for completing the marathon and were waiting for him at the finish line.

“Mum was over the moon, mum was great looking after me after it [the explosion] happened and she was delighted to see me cross the finish line.

“My brother was also there and he was delighted, they both came down from Donegal for it,” he said.

Mr McGee said his body was still quite tired and sore after the gruelling marathon and he is now at home enjoying some well-earned rest.