Beaugrand and Graf Claim Victory at Indoor Triathlon World Cup Liévin

The Indoor Triathlon World Cup Liévin took place today, featuring a thrilling series of races held in an indoor arena packed with spectators. Athletes competed in a unique format, completing a 200-meter swim, a 2.8-kilometer cycling segment, and a 1-kilometer run. After a series of qualifying rounds, repechages, and semi-finals, Cassandre Beaugrand and Henry Graf emerged as the ultimate champions in their respective categories.

Beaugrand Dominates Women’s Final

The women’s final saw a lineup of top-tier athletes competing for victory. Throughout the swimming and cycling segments, the competition remained tightly contested, with the leading pack staying close together.

However, it was Cassandre Beaugrand who demonstrated superior running ability, breaking away from her rivals to secure the win. She completed the race in an impressive 10 minutes and 20 seconds. Laura Lindemann finished six seconds behind, taking second place, while Annika Koch claimed third, just one second further back.

The men’s event featured a strong field of professional triathletes, including Hayden Wilde, Henry Graf, Adrien Briffod, and several others. The fastest swim time was recorded by Mitch Kolkman, who exited the water in just 1 minute and 56 seconds. He was closely followed by Antoine Duval and Henry Graf, and together, the trio managed to maintain their lead during the cycling portion of the race, staying ahead of the chasing pack.

Graf Secures Victory with a Strong Finish

As the final 1-kilometer run began, Kolkman, Duval, and Graf held a six-second advantage over the chasing group. Despite the high pace set by Kolkman, the group behind them was unable to close the gap. In the final 200 meters, Graf executed a powerful sprint, pulling ahead to claim victory in 9 minutes and 36 seconds. Duval finished in second place, just two seconds behind, while Kolkman secured third place, trailing by four seconds.

The Indoor Triathlon World Cup Liévin provided an electrifying showcase of endurance, strategy, and athletic excellence. The unique indoor format created an intense atmosphere, allowing spectators to witness every moment of the action up close. With Beaugrand and Graf delivering outstanding performances, this event highlighted the growing appeal of short-format triathlon races and set the stage for future competitions in the sport.