Karen Smith delivered a remarkable performance at Ironman Cozumel, overcoming challenging conditions to complete the grueling triathlon in a time of 10:15:12. Her impressive finish placed her 161st overall out of 1,115 competitors and secured her the Title in the Female 55-59 Age Group Division.
Smith's determination was evident throughout the race. She navigated the 2.4-mile swim in 1:02:16, then tackled the demanding 112-mile bike course in 5:48:01. Despite the heat and humidity, she maintained her focus and completed the 26.2-mile marathon run in 3:51:12, showcasing her exceptional endurance and mental fortitude.
Smith's outstanding performance earned her a coveted spot in the 2025 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawai'i, where she will compete against the world's best triathletes on October 11th, 2025. This achievement is a testament to her dedication and unwavering commitment to the sport.
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Bermuda's Triathletes Make Their Mark on the World Stage
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The Blue Carpet has been rolled up, the champagne has been popped, and the dust has settled on another thrilling World Triathlon Championship Series season. But the competition never truly ends for Bermuda's Elite Triathletes, who continue to make waves on the global stage. www.islandstats.com takes a closer look at how Bermuda's stars fared in the final World Triathlon Rankings, revealing a year of triumphs, challenges, and unwavering determination.
Dame Flora Duffy: A Legend Still Shining Bright
Dame Flora Duffy, Bermuda's Golden Girl and a true icon of the sport, continues to defy expectations. With a career spanning 107 starts, 45 podium finishes, and an astonishing 27 victories, Duffy has cemented her place among Triathlon's All-Time Greats.
Despite missing most of the year through injury and facing fierce competition from a new generation of rising stars, Duffy ends the year with a respectable 31st place in the Women's World Ranking. Her 9th place ranking in the World Triathlon Championship Series demonstrates her consistency at the highest level.
As she set her sights on defending his title at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Duffy's 18th place on the World Triathlon Individual Olympic Qualification list and 7th place on the Continental list solidified her position as a strong contender for another Olympic Medal, which she just missed out on.
Erica Hawley: Rising Through the Ranks
Erica Hawley, fresh off her inspiring debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics, continues to climb the ladder of success. With 76 career starts, 6 podium finishes, and a victory to her name, Hawley is a force to be reckoned with.
She concludes the year with a 100th place ranking in the Women's World Ranking, a testament to her consistent performances throughout the season.
Hawley's 136th place ranking in the World Triathlon Championship Series and her 60th place on the World Triathlon Individual Olympic Qualification list (23rd on the Continental list) demonstrate her potential to break into the elite ranks of the sport.
Tyler Smith: Olympic Dreams and Rising Star Power
Tyler Smith, Bermuda's rising star who also made his Olympic debut in Paris, is making a name for himself on the world stage.
With 77 career starts, 4 podium finishes, and 2 victories under his belt, Smith is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with.
He ended the year with a 153rd place ranking in the Men's World Ranking and a 96th place ranking in the World Triathlon Championship Series.
Smith's 112th place on the World Triathlon Individual Olympic Qualification list (30th on the Continental list) highlights his potential to become a future Olympic contender.
Bermuda's Triathletes continue to inspire and excite, showcasing their talent and determination on the world stage. With Duffy leading the charge and Hawley and Smith rising through the ranks, the future of the Bermudian Triathlon is bright.
As they set their sights on future challenges, these athletes are proving that Bermuda is a force to be reckoned with in the world of Triathlon.
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Duffy Delivers Strong Performance in Dubai T100 Grand Final
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Bermuda's Dame Flora Duffy, the former Olympic champion, secured a commendable fourth-place finish in the T100 Grand Final in Dubai. Facing challenging conditions with high heat and humidity, Duffy demonstrated her exceptional athleticism and racing strategy.
Duffy executed a strong swim, exiting the water in 26:39. She maintained a consistent pace on the bike leg, completing the course in 2:01:03. Demonstrating her renowned running prowess, Duffy delivered the fastest run split of the day, clocking an impressive 1:03:32 for the 18km distance. Her overall time of 3:33:05 placed her fourth in a highly competitive field.
Taylor Knibb claimed the World Championship title with a powerful performance, establishing an early lead and ultimately securing a solo victory. Duffy's fourth-place finish underscores her continued presence at the forefront of the sport and her ability to compete at the highest level on the world stage.
T100 Grand Final Pro Women Top 10 Finishers
3:29:17 Taylor Knibb (USA) 3:31:08 Julie Derron (SUI) 3:31:42 Ashleigh Gentle (AUS) 3:33:05 Flora Duffy (BER) 3:34:18 Kat Matthews (GBR) 3:34:56 Lucy Byram (GBR) 3:36:01 Laura Philipp (GER) 3:36:23 Taylor Spivey (USA) 3:36:41 Imogen Simmonds (SUI) 3:37:29 Anne Haug (GER)
Sunday, November 03, 2024
Liberty Mutual Mixed Team Relay National Championships
Sanchez Smith & Naomi MacGuinness
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The Liberty Mutual Mixed Team Relay National Championships took place at the Clearwater Beach.
The Mixed Senior Team 11+Age Group Division saw the Double Trouble team of Sanchez Smith, and Naomi MacGuinness clock a winning time of 56:45, Team Shepherd/Wright they featured Ella Shepherd, and Jacob Wright finished second in 59:48, and the Transition Tumbleweeds team of Caroline Black, and Byron Rencken finished third with a time of 59:59.
The team of Niklas Bock and Heath Kemp named Tri Hard, Play Hard won the All Boys Team 7-10 Age Group Division with a time of 37:42, the Tri Sharks team of Owen Davis and Austen Carr finished second clocking 40:35, and the Tri Stars team of Calvin Haldeman, and Lukas Eiselt finished third with a time of 41:16.
The All Girls Team 7-10 Age Group was won by the Rapid Racers team of Bethany Davidge, and Madeline Friend who clocked a time of 37:47, the Girls Power team of Eva Desjardins, and Myla Jade Desjardins finished second in 39:38, the Horton team of Skylar Horton, and Sienna Horton finished third with a time of 44:20.
Elliott Davidge, and Chloe Durkin making up the team of Keep Tri-Ing! Won the Mixed Junior Team 7-10 Age Group Division with a time of 41:13, the Hearts Of A Lion team of Indigo Kemp, and Sebastien Von Herberstein finished second in a time of 48:40.
The Junior Family Team Division was won by the team called the Horrobin Bros, Liam Horrobin, and Nolan Horrobin clocked 33:27, the Triathlon Tribe team of Conrad Rossiter, and Violet Rossiter finished second in 41:40.
In the All Male Team 11+ Division the SmashFest team of Dylan Eiselt, and Jackson Langley clocked a winning time of 49:37, the Oaks team of Alex Waldauer, and Will Green finished second with a time of 52:34, and the Wingmen team of Jasper Lau, and Rory Shepherd finished third clocking 54:13.
The Meshley team of Megan Berry, and Ashley Couper won the All Female Team 11+ Age Group Division with a time of 59:04, the Bilingual Brilliance team of Isla Cooze, and Sofia Leclerc finished second in 1:00:26, and The Dashing Divas team of Kelise Wade and Riana Robinson finished third with a time of 1:02:10.
The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that the Bermuda Triathlon Association will be holding a Road Race on Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 between the hours of 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm.
The Race Route will commence at the Car Park at Clearwater Beach proceed in a northerly direction along Cooper Island Road. At the roundabout of Cooper Island Road, Pepper Hall Road and Southside Road take the first exit (i.e. left) then travel in a westerly direction along Southside Road.
A traffic cone will be placed in the middle of Southside Road before the junction of Southside Road and Tommy Fox Road, which is for cyclists to make a 'U' Turn. Cyclists will then return in an easterly direction along Southside Road back the same way to the roundabout with Cooper Island Road and Pepper Hall Road and will take the third exit (i.e. right turn) before continuing along Cooper's Island Road in a southerly direction along Cooper Island Road to complete the first lap. Racers will either complete two (2) or four (4) laps.
All motorists are expected to use caution and to avoid collisions with race participants. The race route will be under the control of Police Officers and Race Marshals.
Motorists must follow the instructions from the Police Officers and Race Marshals to assist with traffic control for this event.
The following roads will be closed during the race:
Southside Road from Tommy Fox Road to Pepper Hall Road, Cooper Island Road from Southside Road to Clearwater Beach Park.
There will be no parking restrictions for the triathlon. Motorists are permitted to park in designated parking bays along any part of the race route. Additionally, motorists must not block the race route or impede the participants.
The Ministry of Public Works wishes to encourage the full cooperation of the motoring public and apologizes for any inconvenience that may result. Should there be any questions regarding this event, please direct queries to the attention of the race representative, Geoff Smith, 747-2302.
In addition, the Bermuda police are hereby authorized to "Close off' streets or portions of streets and authorize parking as the Commissioner of Police decides.
