The inaugural Ironman 70.3 Krakow proved to be a successful and exciting event, showcasing strong performances from both the men's and women's professional fields. The picturesque course, including a swim in Zakrzówek Reservoir and a run through the heart of Krakow, provided a memorable experience for both athletes and spectators.
Men's Pro Race
- Kacper Stepniak (POL) emerged victorious in front of his home crowd, finishing in a strong 3:39:41.
- The race featured a thrilling duel between Stepniak and Maximilian Sperl (GER).
- Stepniak maintained a slight lead heading into the run after exiting the bike course with a 50-second advantage over Sperl.
- Sperl briefly closed the gap to 20 seconds during the run, but Stepniak responded with a surge to secure the win by nearly a minute.
- Rostislav Pevtsov (UKR) rounded out the podium, finishing in third place.
- Ognjen Stojanovic (SRB) and Tomasz Brembor (POL) completed the top five.
Women's Pro Race
- Katrine G Christensen (DEN) dominated the women's field, claiming the victory with a time of 4:14:16.
- Megan McDonald (GBR) secured the second spot on the podium.
- Milan Agnew (AUS) finished in third place.
- Diede Diederiks (NED) and Megan Armitage (FRA) completed the top five.
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- Male Pro:
- 1 Kacper Stepniak POL 3:39:41
- 2 Maximilian Sperl GER +1:34
- 3 Rostyslav Pevtsov UKR +3:39
- 4 Ognjen Stojanovic SRB +4:22
- 5 Tomasz Brembor POL +4:59
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- Female Pro:
- 1 Katrine G Christensen DEN 4:14:16
- 2 Megan McDonald GBR +3:11
- 3 Milan Agnew AUS +5:00
- 4 Diede Diederiks NED +6:25
- 5 Megan Armitage FRA +9:35