Dublin prepares for over 2,500 Ironman triathletes

OVER 2,500 triathletes from all over the world are currently in final preparations for the inaugural Ironman 70.3 Dublin, which takes place on Sunday, August 9.

This major sporting event has a truly international flavour, with 1,500 Irish athletes taking part and 1,000 international athletes from 40 countries travelling to Dublin to compete in the gruelling competition.

They will be tackling a 1.2 mile swim, followed by a 56 mile bike ride and then a 13.1 mile half-marathon as part of the one race.

The swim takes place in Scotsman’s Bay, Dún Laoghaire, before athletes mount their bikes to travel through Dublin and west of the city, to return to Phoenix Park for the run and finish.

Ironman and Dublin City Council are encouraging as many local residents as possible to come and cheer the athletes along on this iconic Dublin route.

Brendan Kenny, Assistant Chief Executive of Dublin City Council, said they were delighted to be involved in supporting Ironman 70.3 Dublin.

“This is the first time the event takes place in Dublin and thousands of athletes from all over the world will come to these shores to take part,

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“These races have a huge following worldwide and indeed triathlon is growing in popularity here in Ireland. I wish the Ironman 70.3 Dublin event every success.

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