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    "title": "Indians Steal Show At Inaugural 5i50 Triathlon Chennai 2026",
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    "excerpt": "World Classic Duathlon Series: Indian athletes delivered standout performances as IRONMAN group\u2019s 5i50 Triathlon unfolded in spectacular fashion on Sunday morning, with the city hosting its first-ever Olympic Distance Triathlon event alongside the DuYoska Duathlon.\n",
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    "editor1": "World Classic Duathlon Series: Indian athletes delivered standout performances as IRONMAN group\u2019s 5i50 Triathlon unfolded in spectacular fashion on Sunday morning, with the city hosting its first-ever Olympic Distance Triathlon event alongside the DuYoska Duathlon.\n<p>The landmark endurance events brought together 650 athletes across all categories and international participants from six countries, delivering a high-intensity race across multiple categories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Due to challenging water conditions, the swimming leg of 5i50 Triathlon Chennai was cancelled in the interest of athlete safety. The race was conducted in a modified format comprising a 5 km run, followed by a 40 km cycling leg, and concluding with a 10 km run, ensuring a competitive and safe endurance challenge for participants.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Crossing the finish line first in the Open Men\u2019s category was Adarsh MS, who delivered a commanding performance and finished the course with a time of 2:05:14, while Arthi Nainar topped the Open Women\u2019s field after a strong and consistent race, finishing with a time of 2:55:23. In relay, SOL Fitness came first with a time of 2:21:36, Boss of Tri finished second in 2:26:13 and 5121 Strivers third, finishing their race in 2:39:47. Indian athletes dominated the podium across categories, underlining the depth and growth of triathlon talent in the country.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Speaking on the occasion, Deepak Raj, CEO, Yoska and Country Head, IRONMAN India said \u201cLooking at the crowd and the first timers today, the 51.5 KM Triathlon is a good entry point for people who want to participate in the IRONMAN 70.3 KM race that we do in Goa and we may see a rise in the participation due to today\u2019s event. This has been a much-awaited race for us and thanks to the support from the government and the SDAT, we can\u2019t wait to come back to Chennai next year as well.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Alongside 5i50 Triathlon Chennai, bringing the prestigious World Classic Duathlon Series to India, the DuYoska Duathlon added a global edge to the Chennai endurance weekend, featuring multiple race categories designed for athletes across levels and age groups.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The event included a Sprint Duathlon comprising a 5 km run, 20 km cycle and 2.5 km run, a Standard Duathlon with a 10 km run, 40 km cycling leg and 5 km run. In the Sprint Duathlon, Logidhas Rajasekaran was the men\u2019s winner with a time of 1:25:56, while Anee Verma won the women\u2019s race in 1:35:57. In the Standard Duathlon, Sapan Panchal finished first in the men\u2019s category with a time of 2:06:05, and Mohanadevi K was the women\u2019s winner, clocking 3:19:26.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Results:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>5i50 Triathlon Chennai (Open) \u2013 Men\u2019s Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Winner \u2013 Adarsh MS (2:05:14)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Second Place \u2013 Rajkumar Pawar (2:08:21)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Third Place \u2013 Khundrakpam Ngamba Meitei (2:11:08)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>5i50 Triathlon Chennai (Open) \u2013 Women\u2019s Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Winner \u2013 Arthi Nainar (2:55:23)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Second Place \u2013 Kartika Rajaram (2:55:57)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Third Place \u2013 Deepa Ramakrishnan (2:58:28)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>5i50 Triathlon Chennai - Relay Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Winner \u2013 SOL Fitness (2:21:36)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Second Place \u2013 Boss of Tri (2:26:13)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Third Place \u2013 5121 Strivers (2:39:47)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>5i50 Triathlon Chennai (ITF) \u2013 Men\u2019s Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Winner \u2013 Sarungbam Athouba Meitei (2:02:31)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Second Place \u2013 Yajat KP (2:03:01)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Third Place \u2013 Telheiba Soram (2:03:14)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>5i50 Triathlon Chennai (ITF) \u2013 Women\u2019s Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Winner \u2013 Dolly Patil (2:16:49)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Second Place \u2013 Mansi Mohite (2:17:45)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Third Place \u2013 Keerthi Sakthivel (2:18:55)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>DuYoska Duathlon (Standard) \u2013 Men\u2019s Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Winner \u2013 Sapan Panchal (2:06:05)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Second Place \u2013 Sudeep B (2:33:49)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Third Place \u2013 Pramod Akulu (2:58:25)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>DuYoska Duathlon (Standard) \u2013 Women\u2019s Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Winner \u2013 Mohanadevi K (3:19:26)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Second Place \u2013 Pon Raja P (3:27:12)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Third Place \u2013 Subashini Madhan (3:36:35)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>DuYoska Duathlon (Sprint) \u2013 Men\u2019s Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Winner \u2013 Logidhas Rajasekaran (1:25:56)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Second Place \u2013 Krishnan M (1:32.17)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Third Place \u2013 Hariharasudhan P (1:33:23)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>DuYoska Duathlon (Sprint) \u2013 Women\u2019s Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Winner \u2013 Anee Verma (1:35.57)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>DuYoska Duathlon (Sprint) \u2013 Women\u2019s Overall<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h5><b>Also Read: <\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cricketnmore.com\/live-cricket-score\">Live Cricket Score<\/a><\/h5><p>Third Place \u2013 Rashika Balakrishnan (1:59:13)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h5>Article Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/ians.in\/english-wire\/sports\/1\" rel=\"nofollow\">IANS<\/a><\/h5>",
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