Ironman 70.3 Cebu Pros Focus on Survival Over Speed Amid Tough Conditions
Source: news.source.cebudailynews_inquirer
Professional triathletes competing in the Ironman 70.3 Lapu-Lapu Cebu event are prioritizing reaching the finish line over setting personal bests due to the challenging course and unpredictable weather conditions. The race, set to start and finish at Mactan Newtown, will see over 1,400 participants, including 15 pro athletes from countries like Australia, New Zealand, and Kazakhstan.
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The Ironman 70.3 Cebu race is set to start and finish at Mactan Newtown on August 10.
Professional triathletes, including Sam Osborne and Amelia Watkinson, are not expecting personal bests due to the challenging course and weather.
The race will see participation from over 1,400 triathletes from 49 countries, including 15 pro athletes.
The course includes a 1.9-kilometer swim, a 90-kilometer bike ride, and a 21-kilometer run.
Competitors from Australia, New Zealand, and Kazakhstan are among the pro field.
