The IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon brought athletes from across the country to Jones Beach State Park on Oct. 24 for the fourth year in a row.
The competition, initially scheduled for Sept. 26, was postponed due to a Nor’easter that hit Long Island, creating dangerous conditions for participants and organizers.
Competitors took on a grueling 70.3-mile course, which included a 1.2-mile swim in Zach’s Bay, a 56-mile bike ride on the closed Wantagh Parkway, and a 13.1-mile run along the Jones Beach Boardwalk.
Ezra Swell claimed first place with a time of 3 hours, 46 minutes and 44 seconds. He was followed by Liam Kennedy in second and Thomas Huwiler in third.
As athletes crossed the finish line on the boardwalk it brought this year’s competition to a close against a backdrop iconic to the event. The finish area gave competitors a memorable end to their 70.3-mile journey.
