Cebuano Triathletes Triumph at Sun Life 5150 Bohol Triathlon
Source: news.source.sunstar
Cebuano triathletes Matthew Justine Hermosa and Karen Manayon showcased exceptional performances at the Sun Life 5150 Bohol Triathlon on Panglao Island, securing overall victories in the men's and women's divisions, respectively. Hermosa, a Southeast Asian Games gold medalist, and Manayon, both from Talisay City, dominated the Olympic-distance race and their age group categories. The event, organized by Sunrise Events Inc., attracted participants from 25 countries and also featured a successful Go for Gold Sunrise Sprint race dominated by Cebu's athletes.
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Matthew Justine Hermosa won the men's overall title at the Sun Life 5150 Bohol Triathlon with a time of 2:02:45.
Karen Manayon secured the women's overall title with a time of 2:27:39.
Both Hermosa and Manayon are from Talisay City and trained by national coach Roland Remolino.
Hermosa also won the 20-24 age group category, while Manayon competed in the women's division.
The event drew participants from 25 countries, showcasing international participation.
Cebu's athletes also dominated the Go for Gold Sunrise Sprint, with John Michael Lalimos and Nicole Marie Del Rosario leading their respective divisions.
Hermosa and Manayon received the Bagong Bayani awards for their outstanding performances and national pride.
