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Challenge Cairns 2011

Cairns triathletes rise to the challenge

CAIRNS man Andrew Graham was more than happy to divert from plan A when things got a bit sticky on Sunday.

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Challenge Cairns to take triathlon world by storm

ORGANISERS of the Cairns Airport Challenge Cairns say the event will be the next "big hitter" in triathlon after images of the tough but spectacular course go global.

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Challenge Cairns triathlon rivals best in world

<strong>A hard road:</strong> The stunning backdrop of ocean, beach and mountains of the Captain Cook Highway between Cairns and Port Douglas made the pain of the cycle leg slightly more bearable for competitors.

ORGANISERS of the Cairns Airport Challenge Cairns say the event will be the next ''big hitter'' in triathlon after images of the tough but spectacular course go global. Did you enjoy the triathlon?

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Chris McCormack wins Cairns Airport Challenge Cairns triathlon

WORLD champion ironman Chris McCormack showed just why he earned his title with an inspiring effort in the Far North heat to take out the inaugural Challenge Cairns and remain undefeated over the distance in Australia.

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Young and old run for a great cause at the The Cairns Post Run For Cairns

DID anyone spot Wonder Woman, Spongebob and Spider-Man cruising the Esplanade early yesterday?

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Amelia Pearson up to challenge in Cairns

<strong>Making a move: </strong>Challenge Cairns dark horse Amelia Pearson is the one the favourites are keeping an eye on.

THE dark horse when the women’s Challenge Cairns takes off tomorrow has never beaten Rebekah Keat or Belinda Granger over ironman distance but it doesn’t mean she can’t do it this weekend.

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Foot injury fails to stop NSW triathlete being fastest in Quicksilver Reef Swim

NOT even a bung left foot could stop Sydney triathlete Pete Jacobs winning the Quicksilver Reef Swim at Green Island yesterday.

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Triathlete says Cairns 'perfect' place for challenge

KIRSTEN Molloy had never been to Cairns before this week, but she's doing everything in her power to make sure her first visit is a memorable one.

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Weeks after crash, Keat targets Cairns glory

</strong>Ready: </strong>Rebekah Keat is up to the challenge in Cairns on Sunday after a lucky escape in a collision with a car.

REBEKAH Keat will return to Ironman competition on Sunday five weeks after a brush with death almost put an end to her career.

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Challenge Cairns Road Closures

This event will require the closure of roads to ensure the safety of participants at all times. The majority of closures will relate to the Cycle leg, which involves the Captain Cook Hwy at various times on Sunday June 5th.

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Cairns man Le Roux a mile off peak condition for challenge

REIGNING ultraman world champion Mike Le Roux is no stranger to the rigours of long-distance racing, but he is talking down his chances of causing an upset in Sunday's Challenge Cairns.

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Ocean swim is just a workout for Ted

OF all the swimmers taking part in tomorrow's Quicksilver Reef Swim at Green Island, Cairns' Ted Bunt will probably be the least worried about the distance.

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All set for The Cairns Post Fun Run

YOU don't have to be an elite athlete to take part in a Cairns Airport Adventure Festival race event. This is your chance to take part in Cairns' biggest ever sporting festival. Are you participating?

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Cairns Base nurses to raise awareness through Cairns Half triathlon

THREE nurses will be in a race for life when they compete in the Cairns Half triathlon. Where are you watching the weekend's events?

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Urgent call for Cairns Airport Challenge helpers

ORGANISERS of the Cairns Airport Challenge need another 200 helpers for the event. To volunteer call 1300 835 411 or email volunteer@usmevents.com.au.

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Cairns Airport Adventure Festival has us hooked after fantastic start

IF the first day of the Cairns Airport Adventure Festival is anything to go by, the main event on Sunday will be unlike anything the region has seen before.

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First Challenge triathlon celebrates efforts of last competitor John Hook

HE dived into the water off Yorkeys Knob before the sun had risen on Sunday and took his final steps over the finish line long after it had set. MORE


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