Australian Ferris Triumphs in Debut, Watkinson Dominates Women's Return at Ironman 70.3 Cebu
Source: news.source.cebudailynews_inquirer
Australian Josh Ferris achieved a stunning victory in his first Ironman 70.3 race in Cebu, while New Zealand's Amelia Watkinson made a strong comeback to claim the women's title. Ferris led the race from the start, overcoming a brief challenge in the final stages to finish in 3:49:11. Watkinson, returning after years away, dominated the women's race with a time of 4:14:22, highlighting her enduring prowess in the sport.
Key Points
Josh Ferris won his debut Ironman 70.3 race in Cebu with a time of 3:49:11, overcoming a late challenge from Mike Phillips.
Amelia Watkinson returned to the Ironman 70.3 Cebu race and won the women's title with a time of 4:14:22, showcasing her continued dominance in the sport.
Ferris dominated the swim and bike segments, briefly losing the lead during the run but regaining it in the final kilometer.
Watkinson's strategy involved pushing hard on the bike to build a lead, which she maintained comfortably during the run despite the challenging Cebu heat.
The race highlighted the competitive nature of the event, with strong performances from both new and returning athletes.
