Another Ironman 70.3 (12.05.2011)

On Saturday a new race will be added to the Ironman 70.3 series. Alcudia, on the Spanish island Majorca, is the place were the athletes swim, cycle and run.

The area is well known by triathletes and cyclists but it is still surprising that there are almost 2000 competitors on the starting list. Faris Al-Sultan will race there in a small but world-class pro field. It is another chance for him to collect some points fort he Ironman ranking. Of course his main goal is the World Champs on Hawaii but he would also like to the race the championships over the half distance which is held on Lake Las Vegas. From the view of the date it is perfect preparation for Hawaii.

The race on Majorca is one leading up to his summer highlight – the Ironman European Championship in Frankfurt. Faris showed in his last races that his swim and run shape is good. He is still working on his bike pressure. But that should be perfect soon – probably already in Alcudia.