France's Gehri, Russia's Isakova win HK triathlon leg
France’s Nils Serre Gehri produced a dramatic late surge to win the men’s individual title at the World Triathlon Cup Hong Kong on Saturday, while Russia’s Diana Isakova continued her strong run of form by claiming the women’s race. Gehri, who won the U23 title in Pontevedra, Spain, in September, clocked 50 minutes and 14 seconds. He overtook Australia’s Callum McClusky right at the finish line…
Nils Serre Gehri of France emerged victorious in the men's individual triathlon at the World Triathlon Cup in Hong Kong on Saturday, showcasing a remarkable late surge to claim the title. The 24-kilometer race commenced with a 750-meter swim in Victoria Harbour, followed by an 18.5-kilometer bike leg and a 5-kilometer run to the finish line on Lung Wo Road.
Gehri, who secured the U23 title in Pontevedra, Spain earlier this year, clocked an impressive 50 minutes and 14 seconds, overtaking Australia's Callum McClusky at the finish line to secure his win. Spain's David Castro Fajardo rounded out the podium in third place. Hong Kong native Nicholas Tsang finished 58th in 54 minutes and 44 seconds.
In the women's race, Russia's Diana Isakova continued her impressive form by winning back-to-back World Cup victories, including this one in Hong Kong. She finished the race in 55 minutes and 39 seconds. Luxembourg's Jeanne Lehair secured the second place, and Taiwan's Huang Anqi rounded out the podium in third place. Hilda Choi of Hong Kong rounded out the top five in 37th place, with Cade Wright of the United States placing 39th and American Bailee Brown coming in 50th. The mixed team relay is scheduled for Sunday.
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