Congratulations to the
2011 Marine Corps Ironman World Championship 70.3 Winners!
Craig Alexander - Australia | Melissa Rollison - Australia |
Australian's Craig Alexander and Melissa Rollison celebrated victories as the first male and female to cross the finish line at the Henderson Pavilion, completing the 2011 Marine Corps Ironman World Championship 70.3.
Approximately 1,700 athletes from all 50 states and numerous countries conquered one of the toughest triathlon courses in the United States, swimming 1.2 miles in Lake Las Vegas, cycling 56 miles in and around Lake Mead Recreational Area and running 13.1 miles through Henderson's scenic residential areas.
Top five professional men's results are below:
1. Craig Alexander - AUS - 3:54:48
2. Chris Lieto - USA - 3:58:03
3. Jeff Symonds - CAN - 3:58:42
4. Michael Weiss - AUT - 3:59:11
5. Joe Gambles - AUS - 4:00:00
Top five professional women’s results are below:
1. Melissa Rollison - AUS - 4:20:55
2. Karin Thuerig - CHE - 4:26:52
3. Linsey Corbin - USA - 4:29:25
4. Heather Jackson - USA - 4:30:21
5. Joanna Lawn - NZL - 4:33:08
Henderson has been awarded the Marine Corps Ironman World Championship 70.3 for the next four years. The date for the 2012 competition has been secured.
Marine Corps Ironman World Championship
September 9, 2012
To inquire about registering or becoming a volunteer for next year's race, or for general information, visit ironmanllv.com.