European ETU Duathlon championships

My 3rd race in GB colours proved to be my most memorable for various reasons. Budapest was a fantastic venue for starters and the organisers put on a terrific show along with a varied and fast paced course. I don't usually dwell too much on the pasta parties and after-event meals but they were both so tasty I must have put weight on over the week!

The race itself went well, 33rd overall and 11th in the 35-39 age group. The first run went off at blinding pace and I held back to keep something in reserve for both the bike and the 2nd run. This tactic seemed to work fairly well. My bike was reasonable and my 2nd run went like a dream and I lost count of the places I made up on it.


Out on the first run.....the British army go past the Spanish Armada

First lap of the bike and feeling strong

End in sight, just enough time to pass a Hungarian