The 2024 Asia Triathlon Cup Taizhou and National Triathlon Champions Cup Series took place from May 11 to 12 in Jiangyan, Taizhou City, in the Jiangsu Province of the Chinese mainland. This event serves as a crucial points race for athletes aiming to qualify for the Paris Olympic Games.
Hundreds of competitors from 12 countries and regions, including China, Australia, Kazakhstan, Ireland, and Iceland, showcased their endurance and skill. In the men's Asian Cup, Ireland clinched first place, while China's Teng Yunfeng secured sixth position.
In the women's competition, Poland's Roksana Slupek triumphed by winning first place, followed by China's Wu Qing, who claimed second place in the Asian Cup Excellent Group.
The triathlon series is set to continue with events catering to various age groups, such as U19, U17, U15, and U13, as well as mixed relay competitions scheduled for May 12. Stay tuned for more exciting developments!
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Athletes fight for Olympic points at Asia Triathlon Cup in Taizhou
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