Shark concerns lead to swim cancellation at Noosa Triathlon
The annual Noosa Triathlon in Queensland was significantly altered this year after multiple shark sightings prompted officials to cancel the swim portion of the race. The world’s largest Olympic distance triathlon, which typically attracts 8,500 athletes and 20,000 spectators, experienced the disruption.
Noosa Main Beach was initially closed Saturday following the initial shark detection. Organizers attempted to shorten the swim to approximately 1 kilometer, aiming to keep participants in shallower waters.
However, a further sighting just before Sunday’s race commencement led to the complete removal of the swim leg. Surf lifesavers, responsible for water safety, declined to enter the ocean due to the ongoing marine presence.
“The Noosa Triathlon team is not able to put water safety [personnel] on the water due to marine life present,” organizers announced on social media.
The triathlon was then conducted as a duathlon. Matt Hauser, who also won the event last year, secured victory in a time of 1:39:34. The altered course included a 5-kilometer run replacing the swim, followed by a 40-kilometer cycling leg and a final 10-kilometer run.
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