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BOHOL – Panglao Island comes alive with the Sun Life 5150 Triathlon today , attracting nearly a thousand athletes ranging from the youngest in the 15-19 category to the oldest male competitor in the 70-and-above class.
The event, hosted by the province of Bohol, aims to promote a healthy lifestyle among Filipinos. Safety and smooth conduct of the triathlon are guaranteed by the organizers and the host province. On the women’s side, Leyann Ramo from Lanao del Norte is aiming for a second consecutive victory following her dominance in the IM 70.3 Subic last month. She will be competing against defending champion Erika Burgos and other strong contenders like Angelica Rejas, Katrina Salazar, Andrea Samson, Alexandra Tan and Bianca Espanola.
“For those aspiring to compete in IRONMAN or 70.3 events, or for anyone interested in endurance racing, the 5150 race serves as an excellent starting point. It offers a challenging yet manageable distance, making it ideal for novice triathletes looking to test their limits and build their skills,” said Princess Galura, president of the organizing IRONMAN Group Philippines/Sunrise Events, Inc.
Many triathletes are using this event, supported by Sun Life, Go for Gold, the Bellevue Resort, the Province of Bohol, Municipalities of Dauis and Panglao, Santé, Active, Manila Bulletin, and Tempo, as preparation for the IRONMAN 70.3 Davao next month.
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