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Lance Armstrong Records First Ironman 70.3 Victory In Florida Since Return
It is no surprise that Lance Armstrong used the bike to his advantage at the Ironman 70.3 Florida. Pedaling away from the lead group and never looking back, Armstrong captured his first victory at the 70.3 distance since his triumphant return to the sport of triathlon earlier this year. Topping his second place finish at Ironman 70.3 Panama, Armstrong blew away the competition in Florida, winning by a measure of over 11 minutes.
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ITU World Triathlon Series San Diego: Oakley Goes 1, 2, 3…Twice, Olympic Dreams Come True For US Athletes
Southern California, home to theme parks, movie stars and some of the best weather in the world, is often referred to as a place where dreams come true. There were no Disney characters, Hollywood A-listers or fantasy lands in San Diego during the ITU World Triathlon Series, but it was definitely the happiest place on earth for many of Oakley’s best athletes and Olympic hopefuls. The women’s race on Friday saw a podium filled with Oakley athletes, while the women’s US Olympic Team was decided; also a clean sweep for Oakley. Great Britain’s Helen Jenkins topped the women’s field, with Australia’s Erin Densham close behind. USA’s Laura Bennett rounded out the podium while landing herself the last qualifying spot to represent Team USA in the London Olympics. On the men’s side, USA’s Manny Huerta was the story of the day, joining Hunter Kepmer in grabbing the final two spots on Team USA.
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Journey To Kona: Cycling Legend Lance Armstrong Places Third At Ironman 70.3 St. Croix Triathlon
Locals and visitors alike swarmed to the course of the Ironman 70.3 St. Croix Triathlon. The field was packed with world-class competitors, but it was apparent from the start; everyone was there to see Lance Armstrong. The seven-time Tour de France champion has begun a string of triathlon competitions, with Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii as the ultimate goal. Armstrong took third place on a rough and rainy day in the Virgin Islands.
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Runner’s High: Javier Gomez Noya Runs His Way To Third European Championship
Triathletes are some of the most amazing specimens on the planet. Challenging their bodies to a swim, bike ride and run, these athletes are tested both mentally and physically while strategically making their way to a grueling finish. Oakley’s Javier Gomez Noya proved that he is the ultimate surgeon when it comes to precision in navigating a tough triathlon course. On a hot, windy day in Eilat, Israel, the Spaniard overcame a massive deficit to run his way to his third European Championship at the 2012 Eilat ETU Triathlon European Championship.
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