Ironman Knokke: A Historic Day for Julien Hagen and Greg Van Avermaet
Sunday, 8 September 2024, 05:00
Overview of Ironman Knokke
The Ironman Knokke event unfolded with intense competition, showcasing remarkable athleticism and determination. Julien Hagen emerged as the champion, completing the triathlon in a thrilling finish.
Performance Highlights
- Julien Hagen: Winner with a time of 3h53:20.
- Tom Defoort: Runner-up, finishing just 49 seconds later.
- Sander Clerabaut: Secured the third spot on the podium.
Greg Van Avermaet's Debut
In a notable debut, Greg Van Avermaet finished 13th overall, showcasing an impressive cycling segment with the fastest time but slipped to 3rd in his age group after the run.
Women’s Standout
- Larissa Jasper: Female winner, clocking in at 4h29:22.
- Renuée Vanderheyden: Finished strong at 4h37:47.
- Iris Bosch: Rounded out the top three women with a time of 4h39:56.
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