Gallery: Challenge Venice 2017

Looking for a full distance racing in a truly stunning location? Check out these fantastic images of Challenge Venice courtesy of Jose Luis Hourcade...
Challenge Venice 2017

Challenge Venice 2017 in pictures – courtesy of Jose Luis Hourcade

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The term ‘iconic’ has been somewhat overused in the sport to describe the venues of many high profile races. However, in the case of Challenge Venice, I think we could all agree that word fits very comfortably.

Taking place over the full iron-distance this past weekend, check out this great set of images from Jose Luis Hourcade.

Challenge Venice – Sunday 11th June 2017
3.8km / 180km / 42.2km

MEN

1st – Lukas Kramer (GER) – 8:23:38
2nd – Alberto Casadei (ITA) – 8:26:52
3rd – Jan Raphael (GER) – 8:29:57

WOMEN

1st – Sofie Goos (BEL) – 9:17:17
2nd – Simona Krivankova (CZE) – 9:36:25
3rd – Sonja Skevin (CRO) – 9:49:21

Written by
John Levison
TRI247's Chief Correspondent, John has been involved in triathlon for well over 30 years, 15 of those writing on these pages, whilst he can also be found commentating for events across the UK.

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