Triathlon

Swimming, cycling, and distance running race

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A triathlon is an endurance multisport race consisting of swimming, cycling, and running over various distances. Triathletes compete for fastest overall completion time, racing each segment sequentially with the time transitioning between the disciplines included. The word is of Greek origin, from τρεῖς, 'three', and ἆθλος, 'competition'.

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Paralympics triathlons to go ahead on Monday after postponement The Para-triathlon events at the Paris 2024 Paralympics are to go ahead on Monday a day after being postponed by 24 hours because of poor water quality in the River Seine. BBC Sport - Published on September 1, 2024
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