The Salford BG Triathlon World Cup
Salford shines in world cup success
Thousands flocked to Salford Quays on 30 July to watch the 2006 Salford BG Triathlon World Cup.
Two hundred of the world’s greatest triathletes swam, cycled and ran their way around what is widely acknowledged to be the UK’s most thrilling triathlon event and a favourite on their world cup circuit.
The excitement boiled up as New Zealand’s Samantha Warriner stormed in over the Lowry Bridge to take first place in the women’s elite race, followed by Mariana Ohata of Brazil in second place and New Zealand’s Andrea Hewitt in third place.
The crowds roared as Brad Kahlefeldt [see picture] beat fellow Aussie Peter Robertson to first place in the men's elite race as they were followed by Great Britain’s Will Clarke.
The event was broadcast on TV channels around the world. Webcasts are still available to view online at the International Triathlon Union's website.
In addition to the elite event, hundreds entered the age-group race and faced up to the exciting challenge of treading the same course as the professional athletes.
Tony Morris dipped his toe in the water to lead a Granada Reports relay team in the age group races.
A number of other celebrities who took part. Northwest actress Emma Atkins (Emmerdale’s Charity Dingle) and Chris Chittel (Emmerdale’s Eric Pollard) both took part in a relay team while fellow Emmerdale actor Tony Audenshaw (Bob Hope) managed all three elements of the sprint distance event. Alastair Campbell – Prime Minister’s Chief Press Secretary from 1997 until 2003 – made good time in the full distance race.
All four raced on behalf of Leukaemia Research in the age group races.
Full results and more information about the Salford Triathlon can be found at Salford Triathlon.
This page was last updated on 11 July 2008
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