Jodie Swallow has long-distance success at Alpe d’Huez

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Current ETU Long Distance Triathlon European silver medallist, Jodie Swallow claimed victory in the spectacular Alpe d'Huez Long Course Triathlon.

The location, well known for its association with the Tour de France, is now in its fifth year and is becoming something of a classic in the triathlon world too. This 2.2km, 115km and 22km event, pushes triathletes to the limit, making Jodie’s victory all the more impressive.

This weekend has a long distance theme with the 2010 Immenstadt ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships taking place on 1 August.

Jodie Swallow won’t be defending her world crown but a 40-strong GE Great Britain Age Group Team will complete the 4km swim, 130km bike and 30km run.
The cycling course from Immenstadt to Oberstaufen will force athletes to ride up inclines of up to 18 percent and a gain of 2,000m – climbing more associated with Alpe d’Huez, than triathlon.

“Whoever is able to handle this cycle course best will be crowned world champion. In the past we have often seen race favourites overexerting themselves on the bike and thus running out of steam on the last kilometres of the run,� says German Altenried, President of the organising committee.

Triathlon fans from all over the world and the passionate triathlon population of the Oberallgäu region, will provide a perfect setting for the title race. The organisers estimate that on each of the two days about 20,000 to 25,000 visitors will come to cheer on the world’s best athletes with their cowbells, air horns and applause.

Good luck to all the GE Great Britain Age Group Team, and full results will be posted on Monday.