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RACING IN HAWAII
Vibes were different in Kona this year, but racing was as exciting and thrilling as ever. Not surprising, as we saw the most competitive field ever.
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With the missing (age group) men on the course race dynamics for the PRO women was quite different compared to previous years and
a gentle breeze made it more difficult to create big gaps on the bike leg.
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Going into the race, Laura Philipp - reigning IM 70.3 European and IM African Champion - was one of a handful of podium contenders.
Finishing 4th in her previous two Kona races, the goal was clearly stated: Podium.
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Her mission in mind, she started a furious chase on the bike. Clocking the 3rd fastest bike split of the day, Laura laced up her running shoes for the concluding marathon in 3rd place.
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The rising temperatures and climatic conditions on the island pushed all participants to their limits when running.
Aid stations after each mile set the rhythm for fueling and permanent cooling.
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After a fighting and mental masterpiece and supported by her coach Philipp Seipp, Laura was able to maintain her position and reached the finish on Ali'i Drive in third place.
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Maja Stage Nielsen, Lotte Wilms and Jeanne Collonge finished 21st, 26th and 32nd.
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Already looking forward to next year's edition when the best female long-distance triathletes will toe the line in Nice (France) on September 22nd.
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WOMEN'S TOP 3
1. Lucy Charles-Barclay 8:24:31
2. Anne Haug 8:27:33 (+3:02)
3. Laura Philipp 8:32:55 (+8:24)
FOOTNOTES
All images: Marcel Hilger & Carla Nagel
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