History of iron man port elizabeth

6 Marched 2014 - marked another spectacular day in Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) as the destination hosted the 10th Ironman South Africa.

Athletes were inspirational and the enthusiasm and support from spectators was astounding during the world class event. The energy filled day saw German triathlete Nils Frommhold as the first man across the finish line which was situated at Hobie Beach in a time of 08:26:06.

History of iron man port elizabeth

Nelson Mandela Bay is extremely proud of former Bay citizen Kyle Buckingham who fought back with all his might to reclaim 2nd place in a time of 08:32:38, followed by 3rd man home Faris Al Sultan also from Germany.

After the race commenced from Shark Rock Pier at 6.30am the ladies race was fast and tough.

Spectators were enthralled by a close race but roaring crowd at the finish line welcomed first lady home, Simone Braendli from Switzerland in a time of 09:31:53. Second place went to Lucy Gossage of Great Britain in a