Impressive moments of first Vietnamese triathlon race in Phu Quoc

Tuesday, 12:55, 22/11/2022

VOV.VN - Over 400 athletes from 35 countries and territories around the world competed in Vietnam’s first triathlon race BIM Group 5150 Phu Quoc from November 18 to 20 on Phu Quoc Island in Kien Giang province.

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impressive moments of first vietnamese triathlon race in phu quoc picture 1 — The tournament is part of the 5150 Triathlon Series, during which athletes must compete in a 51.5km race, including a 1.5km swim, a 40km bike race, and a 10km run.

impressive moments of first vietnamese triathlon race in phu quoc picture 2 — Lam Tuc Ngan from Ho Chi Minh City who represents Vietnam at the Ironman World Championship 2022, notes Vietnam boasts good conditions to organise global tournaments as it has long coastline, many beautiful roads, and mild weather, making it suitable for triathlon tournaments.

impressive moments of first vietnamese triathlon race in phu quoc picture 3 — Matan Nemeoff of Israel finishes first in the men’s category. Second and third-placed positions go to Takanori Ayusawa of Japan and Le Tan Tai of Vietnam, respectively.

impressive moments of first vietnamese triathlon race in phu quoc picture 4 — In the women’s category Nguyen Tra My of Vietnam wins first prize. Hilary Rea of the United States and Alex Wilkinson of the UK come in second and third, respectively.

impressive moments of first vietnamese triathlon race in phu quoc picture 5 — A triathlon race for kids gets underway on November 19. Children make every effort to complete the challenge and enjoy many beautiful memories from the race.

impressive moments of first vietnamese triathlon race in phu quoc picture 6 — The race is held to raise public awareness about infant mortality and to convey the message of UK-registered NGO's Newborns Vietnam (NBV) that all newborns are precious.

impressive moments of first vietnamese triathlon race in phu quoc picture 7 — During the event, music festival Phu Quoc Marina Beach Fest enthralls audiences, helping to popularize Phu Quoc as a beautiful pearl island in Vietnam.