Sun shines on Yarrawonga Mulwala Multisport Festival
The shores of Lake Mulwala were buzzing with activity during the 3rd annual Yarrawonga Mulwala Multisport Festival over the weekend. With more than 700 competitors across 10 events, there was something for everyone, from a 5km fun run racing the Paradise Queen to the Olympic distance triathlon. The event was once again blessed with great racing conditions and a family friendly atmosphere.
Executive Director of Triathlon Victoria Grant Cosgriff said “Triathlon Victoria is pleased with the progress this event has made over the past three years. The partnership we have with local tourism and business will ensure that the festival continues to grow and we look forward to breaking the 1000 competitors in the near future. Whilst we congratulate winners of the ‘blue ribbon’ Olympic distance triathlon, this is a community event highlighted by ‘all ages from all places’ participating across the weekend.”
Taking out the male Elite Olympic Distance Triathlon was Jamie Hugget from the Southern X Triathlete Club and the winner of the female Elite’s was Grace Deveson from the Mornington Peninsula Triathlon Club.
Local Shepparton triathlete Carole McGregor had a busy weekend, racing in the 10km fun run, Aquathlon, 5km swim and Olympic triathlon!!
3 x Triathlon World Champion Peter Robertson, unable to compete due to injury, was the official event ambassador. He raced the 5km fun run aboard the Paradise Queen and after ‘leaping’ from the boat crossed the line in 27minutes 14seconds, beaten by 23 competitors. Unfortunately on this occasion, he came in second best. “What a unique race! For a first time race between boat and runners at the festival it was great to see so many people getting active.”
Triathlon Victoria have already started planning for next year’s event, so keep an eye out for the Yarrawonga Mulwala Multisport Festival as it will be back with all the fun filled events for all the family!
To read the event wrap up including links to race results and photos have a look at the YMMF Competitor News HERE.
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