Brendan Wall (40s) and Ivan Chittenden (64) both died in the swim section of the 2023 Cork event over the weekend
The official sanction for a triathlon is a form of governing body permit for the race. According to Triathlon Ireland’s website, the insurance scheme for its members does not cover competitors in a race without such a sanction.
In its Tuesday statement, Ironman said it works with national federations “around the world” to organise more than 150 races annually. “As such, federation representatives were present during the event and performed their duties,” Ironman said, referring to Triathlon Ireland. Still, Triathlon Ireland was quick to dispute that account. “For the Ironman Cork event, in line with normal practice, Triathlon Ireland technical officials attended before the start of the race to review the conditions and carry out a water safety assessment,” the body said.
Triathlon Ireland had no answer when asked whether the decision not to sanction the race meant its insurance did not cover members competing in Youghal. However, the body’s website states: “Triathlon Ireland Insurance does not cover you whilst competing in a non-sanctioned event.” Meanwhile, an Ironman race scheduled to be held in Youghal in 2024 has been advertised on the Triathlon company’s website. According to the web page, the race is set to take place on August 11th of next year.
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