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A test of both endurance and athletic versatility, the Olympic triathlon requires competitors to excel at three very different and demanding disciplines: swimming, cycling and running. Olympic triathletes swim 1500m, bike 40km and run 10,000m.  Men and women compete seperately. 

 

 


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