#GBKona 2017: Seven years on – Joanna Carritt returns to Kona

Joanna Carritt will race at the IRONMAN World Championship for the first time in seven years on Saturday - and the nerves are kicking in...
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Having last raced at the IRONMAN World Championship seven years ago, when she raced in the Pro category, Joanna Carritt will once again start in Kona on Saturday.

Despite years of experience and having raced in Hawaii multiple times, Joanna admits that she’s feeling more nervous than ever!

#GBKona coverage 2017
#GBKona coverage 2017
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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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