Jan Frodeno was seeking a third successive Kona win, and was right on track, off the bike with the leaders. But a lower back issue brought him to a walk early on the run and out of contention. Easy option? Pull out . . . but not Jan. He honoured the race and fellow competitors and earned another level of respect from everyone.

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Kat Matthews Runs to Silver and a Record Finish in Kona

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Kat Matthews led the charge for the Bahrain Victorious 13 on Saturday, taking her third IRONMAN World Championship silver medal at the historic final all-women’s race in Kona, Hawaii. The British star also set a new run course record on the way to her first-ever...

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