Monaco, Here I Come!

The next step in my build-up for Monaco, was a triathlon on Texel island here in Holland. Click this link to see where the race was:

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This triathlon was a 1km swim, followed by a 40km cycle and a 10km run. The sea swim was relatively peaceful without inflicting or receiving any open wounds, and I left the water in the middle of the pack.


In the 40km bike stage, I improved by 10 places, with 3 people receiving a yellow card (a penalty where they need to stop and start) for slip-streaming behind me.

There was a massive head-wind for 8km of the 20km cycle circuit which made it a bit more difficult, but at least it was difficult for everyone who wasn't trying to sneak along in my fart zone.


In the run, I felt a lot better than I did in my first triathlon, and gained another 4 places.


I finished the race in 2:38:36 - a time that I was pleased with.

I feel a lot more confident now, and I can't wait to get to Monaco!!!