A strong triathlon team represented Ireland at the Ironman World Championships in Kona over the weekend. The early morning weather forecast suggested relatively cool conditions and low wind. Instead they got a swelteringly hot and humid day with winds topping 35mph on exposed sections of the Hawaii lava fields. Wexford’s Alan Ryan was prepared for the conditions having … [Read more...] about Ryan claims podium spot in Ironman World Championships
Ironman World Championships
Eleven Irish triathletes set for Ironman World Championships
On Saturday October 13th the ‘Olympic Games’ of Long Distance triathlon will take place when the Ironman World Championships kicks off in Kona, Hawaii. Eleven Irish triathletes will be amongst the 1800 who have qualified for one of the toughest one day endurance challenge in the world. The race consists of a 3.8km swim followed by a 180km bike and full marathon run through the … [Read more...] about Eleven Irish triathletes set for Ironman World Championships