McConnell Podiums at Larache
Erin McConnell has followed up her performance at last week’s Europeans with a second place at the 2023 Premium African Cup Larache.
Next up U23 World champs
Starting her race with the fastest swim of the field, McConnell placed herself in the lead bike pack and with a strong performance ensured her place on the podium,
Erin describes her race;
“Race went really well, I worked hard from start to finish. Swim was choppy so suited me well, a hilly, technical bike course with a rough surface kept everyone on their toes and I knew I was in a good place amongst five girls going onto the run.”
“Obviously I’m absolutely delighted to come away with a silver medal but more so I’m happy to have had a good solid performance back to back race from the European Games. I’m straight to Hamburg now to race in the U23 Mixed Team Relay on Saturday which I’m really looking forward to – it will be fast and furious!”
After Hamburg, McConnell’s next individual race will be at the Europe Triathlon Sprint & Relay Championships in Turkey.
Erin says; “busy month ahead but I’m embracing the journey!”
Oakey inside top ten
Jonathan Oakey followed up his recent podium finish at the Irish National Sprint Champs with another solid result in Larache.
Oakey finished ninth in a large field of 36 athletes at the Premium African Cup, with a time of 57:19.
