Day: October 11, 2023

World Champions Back For More At Alhandra World Para Cup

Benjamin Eastman

Only a couple of weeks removed from the World Para-Triathlon Championships in Pontevedra, several of the best Para-Triathletes in the world were back on the blue carpet at the World Para Cup in Alhandra. Having claimed a fourth world title in the PTS2 category a fortnight prior, Jules Ribstein of France cruised to another win. His compatriot, Stephane Bahier, provided an early challenge. Over the course of the race, though, Ribstein built a lead of over 2 minutes an won with ease. Bahier took the silver medal while Gianluca Valori…

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Hidalgo and Messias Geared Up For Brasilia World Cup Clash

Benjamin Eastman

The men’s race at the Brasilia World Cup will see a major clash between two of Brazil’s best triathletes. In one corner, Manoel Messias will line up, seeking to add another World Cup win to his ledger. He won the Valencia World Cup in 2022 with a stylish late attack on the bike and since then has become a triple WTCS medallist. In 2023, he won medals at both WTCS Abu Dhabi and WTCS Montreal. Although both were over the Sprint distance, his Olympic distance credentials should not be doubted.…

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