Britain enjoy double Paralympic triathlon glory in Paris

Dave Ellis set aside previous Paralympic frustration and issues with the river Seine water quality to power to triathlon glory before Megan Richter grabbed another gold for Great Britain.

Visually-impaired Ellis, whose Tokyo 2020 ambitions were derailed by a snapped bike chain, claimed the men’s PTVI3 title in Paris by crossing the line alongside guide Luke Pollard in 58 minutes and 41 seconds.

Success for the 38-year-old was swiftly followed by teammate Richter winning the women’s PTS4 event in one hour, 14 minutes and 30 seconds.

Hannah Moore clinched the final podium place behind Richter, while British pair Claire Cashmore and Tokyo champion Lauren Steadman won silver and bronze respectively in the women’s PTS5.

Triathletes were forced to wait for competition in the French capital after events were postponed by 24 hours due to rain leaving the Seine unsuitable for swimming.

Published: 02/09/2024 by Radio NewsHub