Gaining an entry into one of the big European Ironman events these days is almost as challenging as the race itself, and Ironman Austria is one of those events. The stunning setting of Lake Wörthersee, at the Strandbad Klagenfurt and the potentially fast course attracts hundreds of British athletes every year, and is always an immediate sell out.

However, you now have another chance to gain entry as the organisers have announced a Christmas Special of an additional 50 spots which will be made available on Friday 11th December 2009, 11:00 a.m. CET, at a cost of €450, of which €50 will be donated to charity.

These will be sure to go quick. Full details and entry via www.ironmanaustria.com