Keith Heary (Carlow Tri) won on the final run from Shane Scadding (Waterford Tri), while Diane Behan easily won the women’s race at the Waterford Duathlon – Butlerstown, which was organised by Waterford Triathlon Club. Conditions were cold and it was reflected in the fact that only the top two men broke the hour on this 5km run, 20km cycle, 3km run course.
Saturday saw the fourth running of what is now one of Irelands largest Duathlon on the seafront in Tramore, when over 200 competitors took to the start line in glorious Spring sunshine.
Following a week of dreadful weather the omens were not good for a favourable day on Saturday. However morning broke and the southeast was resplendent with Tramore Bay acting as the perfect setting for this early season challenge. There were athletes of all abilities present from all over the country and all were eager to tackle the 3 km run, 16km bike and then 3 km run.
Initial podium results are in from the Waterford Duathlon in Butlerstown
The Spokes Duathlon was the largest race so far this year, with over 200 competitors and big entries from Waterford, Carrick & Ennis Triathlon clubs. The break through performance was former Munster Road Race Champion; Diane Behan, who won her first ever duathlon. Here’s a slide show of photos taken by the Kilkenny Triathlon organizer; [...]
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