Ironman Western Australia

Congratulations Erica McKenzie!

Erica posted a 10:52 at Ironman Western Australia this weekend. This is a 17 minute personal best for Erica, her PR of which I believe was on this same course last year. This was good enough for 11th in the AG, which is strong considering this is one of the more competitive ironman events in the world, drawing athletes from all over Australia for an early Kona qualifier. Erica's twin sister, Fiona at 11:32 in her first ever ironman race was also impressive. It looked like headwind played a factor in the run as times for the first split heading south were up to 1 min per mile faster then the splits when turning and running back in the north direction. I am sure this resulted in some havoc on the course!

Ann's F35 AG course record on this course from her 2007 race was nearly broken, and we thought would be shattered by the top woman posting a 5:09 bike split off a 57 minute swim. However, as holds true in most IM events, the marathon is what defines the race and she didnt hold on in the marathon. However, a 9:56 remains an ultra fast time for F35 AG winner in this race.

The mens 40 AG winner shattered the field with an 8:43...another Australian. But the times trickled off quickly from there, 9:14 of which was 3rd in the division. The M40winner at a 12th overall finish was quite impressive.

Female amateurs routed many of the pro's which is becoming more and more common, taking 8th, 9th, and 10th overall this year.

Congrats again Erica..and coming off a marathon race 6 weeks ago!