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Hamburg (dpa) – The triathletes difficult to hold in front of this opponent: Two days before the start of the second edition of the Ironman in Hamburg, the organizers had to cancel the race of more than 3.8 kilometers in l & # 39; Alster.
Instead, the professionals and expected around 2,300 hired enthusiasts will compete in a six-kilometer duathlon race, 180-kilometer bike and marathon instead of the heat and increased concentration of green eyes in Inland waters, Nevertheless, the competition is considered a qualification for the World Cup in Hawaii. Despite the changes, the German league titles are awarded on long distance.
"The health of athletes comes first," said Björn Steinmetz, managing director of Ironman Germany. Blue algae cause skin irritation and breathing problems. The concentration is currently three to four times higher than allowed. Since the water temperature is about 26 degrees, the athletes would not have been allowed to wear diving suits in accordance with the regulations.
The competition also begins, like the original swim start, on Jungfernstieg. Professional men start at 7:00, women start two minutes later. Last year's winner, James Cunnama, hailed the decision to cancel the swim. "The time and the refusal to swim are no problem," said the South African.
Athletes and organizers fear heat Sunday. "We have 40,000 liters of water or drinks ready and now we have also ordered extra ice, so that athletes can calm down on the road," said Steinmetz. The showers should be built according to his information. He also clarified: "This is not the time for the recordings, the best moments should not make you."
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