Athlete's Guide

ATHLETE’S GUIDE SATURDAY 5 JUNE 2021 Sprint | TriStars | Youth | Standard Aquathlon | GO TRI

SUNDAY 6 JUNE 2021 British Championships | Open Standard | Yorkshire Championships

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WELCOME FROM AJ BELL 2021 WORLD TRIATHLON LEEDS

Welcome to the AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds. Following last year’s postponement, we’re really excited for you to join us in Roundhay Park for this festival of triathlon where a packed weekend will see the park transformed into a hub of swim, bike and run. As an organising team, we’ve worked hard to ensure that the event is Covid-Secure, so that you can take part knowing you’re in safe hands whilst having the same great experience. The brand-new courses and entire event process have been designed to give you the physical challenge WAYNE COYLE you’re after in an environment that participants, volunteers and staff can feel comfortable in. Event Director, There have been so many people from British Triathlon, Leeds City Council, AJ Bell 2021 World World Triathlon and UK Sport involved in helping to make this year’s event Triathlon Leeds possible, and there will be even more volunteers and officials on hand across the weekend to support you. My sincere thanks go out to everyone involved in what will be an event like no other. I hope you have a great race and enjoy the Roundhay Park experience.

WELCOME FROM BRITISH TRIATHLON

AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds is Britain’s flagship triathlon event and I’m delighted to welcome you as you join us for our fifth year in the city. Covid-19 has meant many of you will have had few or no swim, bike, run events to take part in for the past year or so, which is why it’s so exciting for me that we’re able to host this year’s event to help bring the sport together again. The breadth of the swim, bike, run community will be on full show in Leeds this year, so whether you’re a first-timer giving the sport a go, an elite athlete heading to Tokyo this summer or anywhere in-between, you’re in for BILL JAMES a treat as Roundhay Park becomes the centre for the world of triathlon on 5 and 6 June. Chair of British Triathlon Good luck with the rest of your training, and whatever you’re aiming to get out of the event, I hope you’re able to do so.

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WELCOME FROM LEEDS CITY COUNCIL

After an incredibly challenging time in 2020, which unfortunately resulted in the cancellation of last year’s event, we are incredibly excited to be welcoming back the AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds on 5-6 June. We are particularly delighted that for the first time, elite paratriathletes will be taking to the start line for the World Triathlon Para Series which is a very welcome inclusion to the biggest celebration of triathlon in the UK. Another exciting change is that all the races will start and finish in Roundhay Park. Staging the event in and around the park means that we are able to create a Covid-19 secure area within the event perimeter, COUNCILLOR complemented with social distancing and increased hygiene measures in- place across the whole site. JAMES LEWIS It is hard to believe that this will be the fifth year that Leeds plays host to Leader of this incredible event and we look forward to welcoming everyone and hope Leeds City Council everyone enjoys the event and their time in our fantastic city. Finally, I would like to thank everyone involved in the planning of this year’s event, these are unprecedented times and I know this would have been impossible without the hard work and commitment from so many people.

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GREETINGS AND WELCOME TO THE 2021 AJ BELL WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES LEEDS

It is my great pleasure to be able to welcome the triathlon family back to the north of England for another edition of the WTCS Leeds and the first ever Para Series Leeds in this hugely important Olympic and Paralympic year. The very fact that we are able to stage these races is a result of the hard work of the LOC alongside World Triathlon staff to make it possible and MARISOL CASADO to ensure that the athletes have this important qualification opportunity for the Tokyo Olympic Games. It is so important that all the guidelines President, World Triathlon, and protocols are followed in the coming days and I urge you to always IOC Member consider the health and safety of yourselves and those around you. This year we will see a brand new course unveiled, still starting in Waterloo Lake but for the first time staying in and around the beautiful green spaces of Roundhay Park. It will provide a new challenge on what has become a favourite stop on the circuit for athletes and fans alike, and offers a sustainable solution to hosting the world’s most prestigious events in conjunction with a major city like Leeds. It was local favourite Georgia Taylor-Brown who had the crowds on their feet here in 2019 with a superb run that earned her a debut World Series gold, a feat also matched by Australia’s Jacob Birtwhistle, as he came out on top of a thrilling Elite men’s race. With the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games on the horizon and vital qualification points available, we can expect even more first-class racing from the world’s best this weekend. There will also be stacked fields for the first ever WTPS Leeds, as the city hosts World and Paralympic Champions, breakthrough talents and legends of para triathlon for the first time. It is always exciting to debut a new race in the Series, and this course will represent a new test for the biggest names in the sport. As ever here in Leeds, the action won’t be confined to the Elites. The weekend will feature something for triathlon enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, with youth and open races on Saturday as well as the aquathlon and British Championships. It is through great occasions like this we can continue to underline triathlon’s accessibility as a sport that anyone can enjoy, regardless of age or gender. I would like to thank British Triathlon, the Local Organising Committee and the city of Leeds for bringing another great triathlon weekend together, and all of the volunteers for their hard work. I wish everybody the best of luck over the coming days and hope that you enjoy this beautiful city safely and responsibly as it hosts the spectacle of the World Triathlon Championship Series.

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WELCOME FROM UK SPORT

It is fantastic to be able to welcome you to the AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds. On behalf of UK Sport, I congratulate British Triathlon, Leeds City Council and World Triathlon on delivering an excellent event during these uncertain times. We hope you enjoy racing here as part of your preparations for Tokyo 2021. UK Sport is proud to use National Lottery funding to help bring the biggest and best sporting events to the UK, they play an important role in supporting homegrown talent and giving fans the chance to see the best in the world compete. ESTHER BRITTEN By hosting world-class sporting events like this, we can inspire the nation – and by competing in the event, you are testament to this. Head of Major Events, UK Sport

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COVID CODE OF CONDUCT...... 08 AT A GLANCE...... 10 EVENT MAP...... 12

EVENT VILLAGE...... 13 SUSTAINABILITY...... 15 PRE-EVENT...... 17 MERCHANDISE...... 20

EVENT DAY...... 21 GO TRI EVENT DAY...... 28 EVENT SCHEDULE...... 30 EVENT DAY - SWIM...... 31 EVENT DAY - BIKE...... 34 EVENT DAY - RUN...... 38 POST-EVENT...... 41 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...... 43

COURSE MAPS...... 46 CAR PARK MAP...... 53

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Working together we can make this a safer event for everyone and make everyone on site feel comfortable and assured. Please work with us and acknowledge the following steps:

Please do not attend the event if you feel unwell or have any Covid-19 symptoms

Respect social distancing – please keep 2m apart

Wash hands regularly

Please wear a face covering

Follow advice of stewards and marshals for yours and others safety

IMPORTANT All races will be non drafting and all waves will be time trial format with one competitor setting off every 2.5 Seconds. This means that whatever swim, bike, run format you take part in, you will do so in an individual, draft-illegal/non-drafting time trial format so that you maintain a socially distanced ‘group of one’ at all times. This means Competitors should maintain social distancing whilst on the run segment. No less than 2 metres gap should be maintained unless overtaking.”

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We know that come race day your mind will be on your race, but there’s a whole day’s worth of activity taking place across AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds for you to get involved with! Please read this page carefully in order to come to the event fully prepared, knowing everything you need to do.

1. BEFORE YOUR JOURNEY • On event week, ensure you do your • Take a look at your arrival time, health declaration and code of conduct. registration time, transition check-in • Make sure you print or save your QR time and start time to ensure you arrive code to your phone so you have access when we have asked you to. to it when you arrive at the venue. • Pack and prepare all of your event and race equipment. 2. JOURNEY • Car Parking on Soldiers Field • Prepare your bike and helmet with • Health Declaration when you enter stickers and head towards transition. the venue and temperature check. • You will be allocated an arrival time, • Bring your QR code giving you entry a registration time and a transition into Roundhay Park and head towards check-in time. Please try and stick the event village. to these as best as possible to ensure no overcrowding. • Go to your allocated registration booth (your allocated number will be texted • Follow signs from transition straight to you and emailed prior to arrival). to swim start to race.

3. REGISTRATION We will be changing the registration in 2021 to try and make it as safe as possible. There will be outdoor registration booths, rather than an indoor registration tent. You will be allocated a registration booth number and you should remember this for event day so you know where to go. Please bring with you photo ID or your British Triathlon membership card to present at registration.

4. MERCHANDISE If you haven’t purchased the Official Event technical t-shirt and hoodie, you still can through our online shop or simply buy it on the day. Be aware however - stock will be limited! If you pre-purchase items, these will be available for you to collect next to the registration area.

5. COLLECT YOUR HIRED GEAR If you’ve hired a bike or wetsuit for your race, make sure you collect it from the Event Village once you’ve registered. These cannot be purchased on the day, so make sure you do it in advance to avoid disappointment.

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6. RACE! Keep an eye out for our event photographers for those all-important FREE race photos, courtesy of Yellow Jersey, as you swim, bike and run your way around Roundhay Park. Once you cross the finish line, you’ll get your hands on your hard earned AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds medal!

7. EXPLORE THE EVENT VILLAGE The Event Village will be a hub of activity for you to explore throughout the day. With a range of food outlets, as well as a number of triathlon retailers and British Triathlon Partners on hand for you to visit, the Event Village will be an ideal place to be when you’re not racing.

8. BRITISH TRIATHLON ZONE Swing by the British Triathlon Membership tent and meet the team who’ll be on hand to answer any membership queries you have. Current members can also come and collect their free food and drink token, and have a chance to purchase the new and exclusive member range of merchandise! Anyone who signs up on the day, can also receive a free bundle of goodies! (Limited to 300) This is also where you’ll collect your first What3Words clue to set you off on our fun scavenger hunt, with prizes worth over £500 up for grabs!

9. ELITE RACES What better way to celebrate having completed your race than by soaking up the atmosphere and watching the world’s top athletes go head-to-head? Whichever day you’re racing, you can leave your bike safely in transition and grab your socially distanced spot behind the barriers or find a space to relax and watch the action unfold on one of the big screens with the World Triathlon Para Series racing on Saturday afternoon and the World Triathlon Championship Series action on Sunday.

10. STOP BY THE STAGE Make sure you keep your eye on the action on the stage in the Event Village. While there won’t be medal ceremonies this year, there will still be plenty to keep you entertained – make sure you take the time to enjoy it!

11. CEREMONIES In line with British Triathlon Covid-19 Guidance there will be no formal medal presentations, but there will be event entertainment on the stage.

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EXHIBITORS OFFICIAL EVENT AJ Bell Leeds 2023 MERCHANDISE

Volvo Rugby League World Cup 2021 Scimitar Sports Decathlon West Yorkshire Police OTE Limar FOOD STORES British Triathlon Membership KitBrix British Triathlon Age-Group Bikebox Real Cornish (Cornish pasties) Scimitar Sports British Bike Hire The Greek Street food company Nirvana HUUB What an Event (Pizza) World Triathlon Store Planet X Ruby’s Kitchen (Burgers) /Tribe Solutions Leeds Hospitals Charity Tom’s Coffee

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Get the Anyone Visit the What 3 Words can take Membership tent app part in the Event Village for your ﬁrst clue

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SUSTAINABILITY AT AJ BELL 2021 WORLD TRIATHLON LEEDS

Triathlon is a sport that benefits from having natural environments to swim, bike and run in, with lakes, parks and open countryside often forming the backdrop to events. AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds is no different and the event will see a number of sustainability initiatives put in place this year, some you will see and some you won’t.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

Participant medals for this year’s event will be made from sustainably sourced British wood, helping to ensure that the journey to your neck is as short as possible but also ensuring that the benefit is as long as possible. The wood is from FSC certified forests in South Wales, meaning that the forest is being managed in a way that preserves biological diversity with the wood harvested to ensure sustainability of the forest and forest ecology. Alongside the medal, you’ll also receive a specially designed pair of socks made from recycled plastic. They’ll feature the unique styling of AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds and come in fully compostable packaging. You will also receive a neck tube that can also be used as a face covering following the completion of your race.

WHAT YOU CAN BUY

Also forming part of the event’s environmental actions is that the merchandise available to participants is from a variety of sustainable sources, helping you to look good and feel good. The range on offer will include a ¼ zip top and technical t-shirt made from recycled plastic bottles and hoodies made of sustainable organic cotton.

WHAT YOU WON’T SEE

As well as these changes for participants, there are a number of sustainable initiatives behind the scenes, including using bio-diesel across the event, turning waste that can’t be recycled into refuse derived fuel rather than sending it to landfill, and using recyclable and more environmentally friendly event signage materials.

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EVENT WEBSITE We’ve launched the new festivaloftriathlon.co.uk website to massively reduce the amount of printed spectator and participant resources we produce for the event.

Cutting down on the amount of single use printing will help us to minimise our environmental impact, but we also hope the website will make getting the information you need a little easier.

With the ability to view;

• Athlete guide

• Route maps

• Results

• Event photos

• Ability to track athletes around the course

The website will be your digital home for the weekend.

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CONFIRMATION OF ENTRY

All competitors who have registered for the event will have received a confirmation email. If you have not received this yet, please email [email protected]

WHAT IF I WANT TO WITHDRAW?

If you wish to withdraw before the race day, please inform us by emailing [email protected]

RACE DAY CHECKLIST

To ensure you have a smooth race day, here we’ve listed the essential items to pack.

Venue Access For the Bike You must have completed your participant Bike, in a road worthy condition and bike code of conduct and health declaration shoes (if you use them) QR code to get into the venue Race belt, if you use one Face covering Bike helmet – you won’t be allowed to cycle without one Hand sanitiser Trisuit/clothing For Registration Drinks bottle Pre registration - code of conduct Any gels or nutrition you might need (Covid-19 specific); health declaration Sunglasses (should you wish to wear Photo ID them) Your registration booth number - this will Bike tool be emailed and texted to you Puncture repair kit/spare inner tube If you have one, your valid British Triathlon Home Nation Membership Card For the Run This athlete guide, to help you with last Running trainers minute details Any gels or nutrition you might need For the Swim A cap and/or sunglasses (should you wish Wetsuit to wear them) in case of sunny weather Swimming goggles Things you may forget Some wetsuit-specific lubricant, to stop A change of kit, so you can stay dry and your wetsuit chafing warm after your race Trisuit/swimwear

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ACCOMMODATION & TRAVEL

Accommodation There are plenty of options to stay in and around Leeds if you aren’t local, just make sure you plan ahead given the current circumstances. We recommend checking GOV.UK for the latest advice prior to the event weekend so you’re fully prepared. As the Official Great Britain Age-Group Travel Supplier, Nirvana are the number-one choice for AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds event accommodation. You can book a room at the Official Age-Group hotel:

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Travel We recommend checking GOV.UK on the latest travel advice prior to the event weekend so you can enjoy a smooth and stress-free racing experience. Saturday and Sunday’s races will take place within Roundhay Park and its surrounding roads. You can find a more detailed map of the event car park at the back of this guide.

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Getting to Leeds is incredibly easy; it’s one of the country’s most accessible cities, in the heart of Great Britain. If you need any advice on how to get to Leeds, be it by car, train or plane, please visit the ‘GETTING TO LEEDS’ page on our event website, leeds.triathlon.org/the_city_of_leeds/getting_to_leeds

EQUIPMENT HIRE

Bike hire Need a bike for the event? British Bike Hire offer a full range of rental bikes, with collection and drop off at the event village in Roundhay Park

HIRE YOUR BIKE

Wetsuit hire Still need a wetsuit? HUUB, the official wetsuit and swimwear partner of British Triathlon, are offering Event Wetsuit Hire for £60, plus a £139.99 refundable deposit.

Event Hire Wetsuits can only be pre-ordered online between Monday 25th May and Sunday 30th May and will then be ready for collection at the event on 5-6 June 2021. Wetsuits must be pre-ordered in advance and cannot be hired on the day of the event.

Please be aware that due to the recent increase in demand for wetsuits and a shortage of popular sizes, your size may not be available to hire. All the wetsuits HUUB have available will be listed online.

HIRE YOUR WETSUIT

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YOU CAN STILL PURCHASE OFFICIAL EVENT MERCHANDISE AS A LASTING MEMENTO OF YOUR RACE EXPERIENCE IN LEEDS.

If you haven’t purchased your merchandise yet, don’t worry, you can purchase it online, available in both Adult and Youth sizes. Items can also be purchased on the day. Alternatively, you can email [email protected] who will be able to assist with any queries.

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THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

TRIATHLON DUATHLON AQUATHLON AQUABIKE Swim / Bike / Run Run / Bike / Run Swim / Run Swim / Bike

CROSS TRIATHLON CROSS DUATHLON WINTER TRIATHLON Swim / Mountain Bike / Trail Run Trail Run / Mountain Bike / Trail Run Run / Mountain Bike / Cross-country Ski

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Please ensure you arrive at the venue entrance in line with your allocated arrival time and in plenty of time to register and check into transition with the times provided to you.

TRAVEL ADVICE

For your own peace of mind, we strongly recommend traveling to Roundhay Park via your own private transport - car, bike or on foot. A free competitor car park is available at Roundhay Park on both Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 June. The address for this car park is Old Park Road, LS8 1JB (Please check travel route in advance - the post code won’t take you to the exact location as it is not used as a car park everyday).

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There will be stewards and signage to show you where to park and how to get from there to the Event Village. If you are driving to the event, we recommend that you park in our free competitor car park at Roundhay Park.

ROAD CLOSURES

To ensure the event runs smoothly there will be road closures in place and changes to public transport over the weekend. Please make sure you plan your journey in advance. See the detailed map at the back of this guide. An interactive map showing affected routes is available.

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DISABLED ACCESS

If you require disabled access to Roundhay Park, please let us know via leeds@britishtriathlon. org and we will look at how we best accommodate your needs. Specific blue badge car parking will be provided as close as possible to the venue entrance. Please show your blue badge to a car park steward and they will direct you. The route from the car park to the Event Village in Roundhay Park is wheelchair friendly with ramps to avoid steps. Please note that the majority of the Roundhay Park venue is on grass.

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PRE-REGISTRATION

IMPORTANT: Prior to arriving at registration you will pass through the venue entrance where you will need to provide a health declaration and will have your temperature checked. Make sure you have your QR code to hand on a smartphone device or as a print out - you’ll receive this once you have completed your ‘code of conduct’ questionnaire.

REGISTRATION

Registration will take place in the Roundhay Park Event Village from 06:30 on Saturday 5 June and 05:30 on Sunday 6 June. You will be provided with: • A venue entry time (approximately 90 minutes prior to your race start) • A registration time • A transition check-in time • Your race start time We’d be grateful if you could pay special attention to these times to help allow for social distancing and ensure you have a safe and smooth experience on race day. In order to register, you will need your registration booth number, photo ID or a valid British Triathlon Home Nations Membership Card. Failure to bring your valid membership card will mean you have to purchase a day membership (£5 for adults, £1 for children). Participating in the GO TRI event? Don’t worry, you’re already covered for public liability so don’t need to purchase anything in addition - just bring your photo ID along to the registration desk! Race numbers and start times will be announced on Friday 21 May. Remember, you must register in person - nobody else can do this for you.

INDIVIDUAL RACE PACK

At registration, you will be given your personal race pack. This will include:

• Wristband • Bike Number Sticker • Swim Hat (must be worn to access (please attach to your seat • Timing Chip and Strap and exit transition) post) (to be worn on left ankle) • Race Bib Number • Helmet Number Stickers • Safety Pins (worn on the back for (please attach to the front (available on request) cycling and on the front for and sides of your helmet) running)

Registration staff will be on hand to advise how to attach any of the above items.

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RELAY TEAM RACE PACK

One team member, preferably the team captain, should come to registration to register on behalf of the team and collect the race pack. This will include:

• 3 x Wristbands • Bike Number Sticker • Swim Hat (one for each team member (Please attach to • 3 x Timing Chip and Strap access and exit transition) cyclist’s seat post) (one each to be worn • 2 x Race Bib Numbers • Helmet Number Stickers on the left ankle) (one worn on the back (Please attach to the • Safety Pins of cyclist and one worn front and sides of cyclist’s (available on request) on the front of runner) helmet)

WHERE TO PLACE YOUR STICKERS

BIKE HELMET Attach to your bike around the seat post as To be worn on the front, left and right of shown below. your helmet. DO NOT REMOVE UNTIL YOU HAVE CHECKED MAKE SURE THIS IS ON YOUR HELMET WHEN YOUR BIKE OUT OF TRANSITION YOU ENTER TRANSITION

MERCHANDISE COLLECTION

If you purchased merchandise with your race entry, this can be collected at the Merchandise Tent. Please bring your purchase email confirmation to collect. If for any reason you are unable to collect, please email [email protected]

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TRANSITION CHECK-IN AND BIKE RACKING

Transition check-in will be open on Saturday 5 June from 06:30 and on Sunday 6 June from 05:30. You will need the wristband given at registration to access transition. All races use the main transition area next to the Event Village. Please be aware of athletes racing when you enter transition to rack your bike. Transition is a live race location from 08:00 on Saturday 5 and 07:00 on Sunday 6 June. Your bike and helmet must have your race number stickers clearly visible on them and your corresponding wristband will be checked. Helmets must be worn and fastened whenever you are handling your bike within the transition area. Each competitor is allocated a numbered transition space, which is ordered according to your race and start wave. This will be confirmed closer to the event. Your transition space is for you to leave your race equipment. Due to a ‘bag drop’ not being available this year, we will also allow competitors to use a transition box to store any non-race equipment. See below for more detail.

NO BAG DROP

IMPORTANT: Due to Covid-19 mitigation measures, there will be no ‘bag drop’ like in previous years. We are allowing competitors to store one small box or bag in their transition area, so long as it’s no bigger than 50cm x 40cm x 20cm in size. Please only bring what you need for racing, plus some warm clothes to change into once you’ve crossed the line.

ELECTRONIC RACE TIMING

This event uses electronic chip timing. Once issued with your chip at registration, ensure you do not get it mixed up with someone else’s. Wear the timing chip on your left ankle. Please ensure you only cross timing mats whilst you are racing, or when instructed to by a marshal at the swim start, so that your race results aren’t affected. You must return your timing chip to the volunteers in the finish area at the end of your race. Be aware that you will be charged for a missing chip. Please help our volunteers by removing your own timing chip once you’ve finished. Remove the chip from the ankle strap and place into the correct bucket. Our volunteers will be able to direct you if you have any questions.

RACE NUMBERS

In your race pack you will be issued with a pack of race numbers; these must not be altered. Your bib number should be worn facing backwards on the bike and facing forwards on the run. The bib number does not need to be worn during the swim. Failure to display your number correctly could lead to a time penalty. Please fill in the medical details on the reverse of your bib number so volunteers and medical have this information if necessary. Tip - a race number belt can be used to easily transfer your race number from your back during the bike, to the front for the run. If you use a race number belt, leave this with your bike until after your swim.

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WITHDRAWAL ON RACE DAY

Pre-Race If you wish to withdraw from the race prior to your start (but after you have registered), please inform the help desk at registration and return your timing chip. If you do not return your timing chip you will be charged for its replacement. It is important that you let us know if you are no longer racing so that all athletes are accounted for and we know you are safe.

During the race If you feel the need to withdraw at any point during the race, please do so. It is vital that you inform the nearest marshal or Technical Official, so we know you are safe. Make sure you hand your timing chip to them, too.

RACE DISTANCES & LAPS

SWIM BIKE RUN

TriStar 2 (Saturday) 200m 5km - 1 lap 1.8km - 1 lap

TriStar 3 (Saturday) 200m 5km - 1 lap 2.5km - 1 lap

GO TRI (Saturday) 200m 9.5km - 2 laps 2.5km - 1 lap

Youth (Saturday) 200m 9.5km - 2 laps 2.5km - 1 lap

Aquathlon (Saturday) 1km - 5km

Sprint (Saturday) 750m 18.4km - 4 laps 5km - 2 laps

British Championships, Open Standard and Yorkshire 1500m 36.2km - 2 laps 10km - 3 laps Championships (Sunday)

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RACE BRIEFING

This guide acts as your main race briefing so please read carefully! A ‘Key Points Reminder’ briefing will be given at the swim start before each wave. Please ensure you get to the swim start at the time you have been allocated.

GETTING TO THE SWIM START

Many of the paths within Roundhay Park are used as race routes and so we have designated a specific route to swim start - see venue map at end of guide for more information. Once you have checked into transition on race day, you will not be able to leave to go back to the event village - from here you’ll go straight to swim start. Please follow the signage and marshals’ instructions for a smooth start to your race experience. Competitor-only toilets are available at swim start. As an additional Covid-19 mitigation measure, we ask participants to please wear a face covering to the swim start. There will be bins to dispose of these as you approach the start area.

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HELLO GO TRIERS! Whether this is your first taste of triathlon or you’ve been enjoying swim, bike, run for a while, we’re so excited to have you join as for GO TRI at AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds.

We know it can be a bit nervy coming to an GO TRI is tailored specifically to make triathlon event but, having entered, you’ve taken one accessible to as many people as possible, helping of the hardest steps to completing a triathlon you to build your confidence in swim, bike, run. in deciding to take on the challenge, and we’ll Most importantly though, we want you to have be with you every step of the way to help you fun and enjoy the experience. achieve it. If you need to hire a wetsuit, then we’ve got We’ll be on hand to support you on 5 June a limited number to lend out specifically for from the moment you arrive, with a team of GO TRI participants to help you to take part. GO TRI Ambassadors and volunteers on hand at If you’d like to borrow one for the day, Roundhay Park to answer questions, settle those please email [email protected]. last minute nerves that all triathletes feel on The GO TRI in Leeds is one of the highlights of event day and helping to get you ready to start. my year because I get to see so many GO TRIers Our team will be with you throughout your taking their first steps in triathlon and see their experience, guiding you through the important celebrations and relief as they cross the finish Covid-19 safety processes, registering, getting line. This year will be no different, so get your set up in transition and encouraging you from celebration ready for that finish line feeing. start to finish around the course. There will be a medal waiting for you at the finish SEE YOU IN THE PARK! line outside Mansion House. A stunning setting for you to achieve your goal and complete the race, giving you the opportunity to cross the JENNY VINCENT same finish line a day ahead of Olympic hopefuls Head of Participation at British Triathlon from Great Britain and around the world.

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SATURDAY 5 JUNE Swim Start Swim Race Registration Check-in Start Wave Cap

Mixed Open Sprint 1 06:40 07:00 08:00 1 Mixed Open Sprint 2 06:45 07:05 08:05 2 Mixed Open Sprint 3 06:50 07:10 08:10 3 Mixed Open Sprint 4 07:00 07:20 08:20 4 Mixed Open Sprint 5 07:10 07:30 08:30 5 Mixed Open Sprint 6 07:20 07:40 08:40 6 Mixed Open Sprint 7 07:30 07:50 08:50 7 Mixed Open Sprint 8 07:40 08:00 09:00 8 Mixed Open Sprint 9 07:50 08:10 09:10 9 AJ Bell Sprint / AJ Bell Sprint Relays 07:50 08:10 09:15 10 and Open Sprint Relays Sprint with 200m Swim 08:00 08:20 09:20 11 Youth Male 08:20 08:40 09:40 12 YOUTH FEMALE 08:25 08:45 09:45 13 GO TRI Wave - Mixed 08:30 08:50 09:50 14 GO TRI Wave - Mixed 08:35 08:55 09:55 15 GO TRI Wave - Mixed 08:40 09:00 10:00 16 GO TRI - This Girl Can 1 08:45 09:05 10:05 17 GO TRI - This Girl Can 2 08:50 09:10 10:10 18 Tri Star 3 Boys 09:40 10:00 11:00 19 Tri Star 3 Girls 09:45 10:05 11:05 20 Tri Star 2 Boys 09:50 10:10 11:10 21 Tri Star 2 Girls 09:55 10:15 11:15 22 Aquathlon Standard Distance 10:10 10:30 11:30 23 World Para Series 14:00

Please note, these times are subject to change.

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SUNDAY 6 JUNE Swim Start Swim Race Registration Check-in Start Wave Cap Age Group Championship Standard 05:40 06:00 07:00 1 - Male U20 and 20-24 Age Group Championship Standard 05:46 06:05 07:02 2 - Male 25-29 Age Group Championship Standard 05:52 06:10 07:07 3 - Male 30-34 Age Group Championship Standard 05:58 06:15 07:14 4 - Male 35-39 Age Group Championship Standard 06:04 06:20 07:20 5 - Male 40-44 Mixed Standard Relays 06:10 06:25 07:22 6 Age Group Championship Standard 06:16 06:30 07:29 7 - Male 45-49 Age Group Championship Standard 06:22 06:35 07:36 8 - Male 50-54 Age Group Championship Standard 06:28 06:40 07:43 9 - Male 55-59 and 60-64 Age Group Championship Standard 06:34 06:45 07:49 10 - Male 65+ Male Open Standard 1 06:40 06:50 07:52 11

Age Group Championship Standard 06:46 06:55 07:57 12 - Female U20 and 20-24 and 25-29 and 30-34 Age Group Championship Standard 06:52 07:00 08:02 13 - Female 35-39 and 40-44 Age Group Championship Standard 06:58 07:05 08:07 14 - Female 45-49 and 50-54 Age Group Championship Standard 07:04 07:10 08:12 15 - Female 55+ Mixed Open Standard 1 07:28 07:30 08:17 16

Yorkshire Standard Distance Championships 07:34 07:35 08:22 17

AJ Bell Standard 07:40 07:40 08:28 18 Open Standard Distance with 750m Swim 07:45 07:45 08:35 19 World Triathlon Championship Series Women 13:08 World Triathlon Championship Series Men 15:54

Please note, these times are subject to change.

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START TIMES & SWIM CAP COLOURS

Individual wave allocations and start times will be available on the website closer to the event and sent to you via email. You will be issued with a coloured swim cap in your race pack at registration which must be worn as this identifies your swim wave to our water safety team. Make sure you check your start time and don’t just follow other hats of the same colour! There will be several other waves with your colour swim hat.

SWIM START PROCEDURE

Marshals will be on hand to help participants form two queues to move towards the pontoon and enter the water via a sunken ramp. Participants’ race start will be triggered as they cross the timing system at the top of the ramp and enter the water. Athletes will walk down the ramp and submerge into the water to start. No diving is permitted. Please respect the instructions of the marshals and obey social distancing at all times.

COURSE

TRISTAR 2: complete a 1 lap 200m swim TRISTAR 3: complete a 1 lap 200m swim GO TRI: complete a 1 lap 200m swim YOUTH: complete a 1 lap 200m swim STANDARD AQUATHLON: complete a 1 lap 1000m swim SPRINT: complete a 1 lap 750m swim The swim course is anti-clockwise, see course maps at the end of this guide for more information. BRITISH CHAMPIONSHIP, OPEN STANDARD AND YORKSHIRE CHAMPIONSHIPS: complete a 1 lap 1500m swim

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WETSUIT RULES

Wetsuit rules are, as per British Triathlon Competition Rules (section 4), dependent on water temperature: < 14°C Wetsuits Mandatory 14°C - 21.9°C Wetsuits Recommended (Mandatory for GO TRI Competitors) > 22°C Wetsuits Banned (this is highly unlikely)

CLOTHING RULES

As per British Triathlon Competition Rules (section 4): • You can wear calf guards if you are wearing a wetsuit. • You can wear socks during the swim if water is below 14ºC. • You cannot wear gloves during the swim. • You cannot wear calf guards or arm compression if you are swimming without a wetsuit. SWIM SAFETY

On the swim course, there will be a large and very experienced swim safety team to support competitors. Should you require any assistance or want to pull out of the race during the swim, lie on your back and raise your arm in the air and a kayak will come to assist you. Don’t panic, your wetsuit will help aid your buoyancy. If you withdraw during the swim it is vital you report to a marshal immediately to let us know that you’re safe, and hand in your timing chip.

SWIM TO BIKE TRANSITION

Once out of the swim, follow the 400m carpeted route to transition to collect your bike. Take care when running as the carpet can become slippery when wet. You may begin to roll down your wetsuit as soon as you leave the water, ensuring not to impede other competitors. Please remember however, that nudity is not permitted in transition or at any point on the course. Remember – put your helmet on first before touching your bike.

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COURSE

TRISTAR 2: complete 1 lap of 5km for a total distance of 5km TRISTAR 3: complete 1 lap of 5km for a total distance of 5km GO TRI: complete 2 laps for a total distance of 9.5km YOUTH: complete 2 laps for a total distance of 9.5km SPRINT: complete 4 laps for a total distance of 18.5km STANDARD: complete 2 laps for a total distance of 36.2km

Please see the course maps at the end of this document for more information. Remember, it is your responsibility to count your own laps.

THINGS TO REMEMBER

• Please cycle on the left-hand side of the lane at all times, and overtake on the right.

• When approaching dead turns, please be aware of other riders around you. Do not try and overtake someone near a dead turn as it’s highly dangerous.

• Whilst the event is entirely on closed roads, the public will still be crossing the course so please be aware of this.

• Competitors are responsible for riding in a safe and responsible manner to ensure the safety of themselves, other athletes and the public.

• Any dangerous riding will result in a penalty or even disqualification. Motorcycle Officials will be monitoring the course throughout.

• Helmets are mandatory, and must be worn clipped up at all times during the bike stage.

• Helmets must be put on in transition before you touch your bike, and only taken off once your bike has been racked again in transition.

• Smart helmets are not permitted.

• Please make sure your race number is clearly shown on your back before leaving transition.

REMEMBER – when setting up your bike in transition before the race, make sure you take time to familiarise yourself with its position on the racks. This will massively speed up transition when you come in from the swim.

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BIKE OUT – MOUNT LINE

Always follow the signage and marshal instructions to bike out and to the ‘mount line’. You may only mount your bike AFTER you have crossed the ‘mount line’, which will be clearly marked with tape and marshalled by Technical Officials. Bikes must be pushed until you are over this line.

REMEMBER: Set your bike up in a LOW GEAR to make it easy to start your cycle (especially important on this course as you will be going up a hill shortly after the mount line).

BIKE IN – DISMOUNT LINE

After completing your final lap, head back into transition where you will be instructed to dismount BEFORE the line. Again, this will be marked on the floor in tape and marshalled by Technical Officials. Bikes must be returned to the same racking position and helmets may only be removed once your bike is racked.

REMEMBER: Ensure you approach the dismount line with caution as it is positioned at the bottom of a steep hill. Any dangerous riding will be penalised.

BIKE SAFETY & MEDICAL SUPPORT

There will be medical support at strategic points along the bike course, please inform the nearest volunteer if you require medical attention. There will NOT be any mechanical support on the bike course and no aid stations. You must carry your own fluids on the bike. Make sure your bike is in a roadworthy condition for the event - you will need to fix your own flat tyres if necessary. A bike mechanic will be present in the Roundhay Park Event Village for any last-minute pre-race checks which can be addressed at a cost. If you need to withdraw, please hand your timing chip back to the Help Desk if possible, or to the nearest official if not.

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DRAFTING

Drafting is cycling close to the bike in front and thereby gaining an advantage. All races are non-drafting, as per British Triathlon Competition Rules. This means you cannot cycle closer than 10m from the bike in front of you, nor prevent overtaking.

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An athlete may enter the draft zone of another athlete, but must be seen to be progressing through that zone. A maximum of 20 seconds will be allowed to pass through the zone of another athlete; if you remain in this zone without overtaking, you will receive a penalty. If overtaken, it is up to the overtaken athlete to drop back 10m within 20 seconds, so that they are not drafting. For more information on the rules of drafting, please read Section 5 of the British Triathlon Competition Rules.

GEAR RESTRICTIONS

TRISTAR 2 & TRISTAR 3 Due to the nature of racing this year with the Event being run in Time Trial starts there is no requirement for gear restrictions.

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COURSE

TRISTAR 2: complete 1 lap of 1.8km TRISTAR 3: complete 1 lap of 2.5km GO TRI: complete 1 lap of 2.5km YOUTH: complete 1 lap of 2.5km AQUATHLON: complete 2 laps for a total distance of 5km STANDARD: complete 3 laps for a total distance of 10km SPRINT: complete 2 laps for a total distance of 5km Please see course maps at the end of this document for more detail. Remember, it is the competitors’ responsibility to know the route and where their turn point is. Any athlete who does not complete the correct distance will be disqualified.

RULES

Whilst running, your race number must be worn on your front. No personal music and communication devices are permitted, this includes bone conducting headphones. Please be courteous to other park users. Where possible, marshals and signage will be in position to advise public of the event in progress.

AID STATIONS

Please note that this is self-service meaning volunteers won’t be able to pass you anything and you will need to pick up directly from the table yourself.

RUN SAFETY

There will be medical support at strategic points along the run course, please inform the nearest volunteer if you require medical attention. It is important that if you withdraw you tell us; we want to know you’re safe! Remember to return your timing chip. TOP TIP - Your trainers should be properly fitted and should be comfortable for running. You could use elastic laces which will help save a lot of time in transition. Whatever you do, do not wear brand new trainers on race day!

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RELAY TEAMS

A relay team can consist of 2 or 3 participants. Only 2 participants can be in the transition area at any one time. Each relay team will receive: • 3 wristbands (1 per participant) • A set of bike stickers • A set of helmet stickers • A swim cap and 2 race numbers (1 for the cyclist and 1 for the runner). • 3 timing chips (1 for each member). There will be a position in transition for each of the participants in the relay and will be clearly labelled for the swimmer, cyclist and runner. Please stand by your relevant spot and wait for your teammate to arrive into transition. As soon as you see them enter the row in transition, you can leave and start your leg of the relay. Please maintain social distancing at all times and do not physically ‘tag’. Once you have finished your leg, please leave transition immediately and hand your timing chip in at transition check out.

THE FINISH

After you have finished your last lap, you will head into the finish chute. There will be containers for you to place your timing chip in at the finish area. Medical support is available at the finish line if needed.

IMPORTANT You must remove your own timing chip and place in the buckets.

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Together, we’ve got it covered

To contact us phone 101 or via www.westyorkshire.police.uk In an emergency always dial 999 @WYP_Servator POST-EVENT

MEDAL & REFRESHMENTS

At the finish line you will be able to collect your hard-earned medal, plus grab a drink of water. This will be self-service. You will also receive a neck tube that can also be used as a face covering following the completion of your race.

TRANSITION CHECK OUT

Once you have finished, don’t forget to head back to transition to check your bike out. You will need your race number and security wrist band to re-enter the transition area after your race. Please be aware of other athletes still racing when you re-enter the transition area. Once you have found your racking space and bike, tidy your area and leave the transition as soon as you can.

RESULTS

Live timing will be available at leeds.triathlon.org Provisional results will be available on the event website on Monday 7 June. Results will become final no later than Wednesday 9 June. If you have a timing query after your race, please contact [email protected]

CEREMONIES

This year, in line with British Triathlon Covid-19 secure guidance, there will be no formal medal presentations. Medals for British Championship winners will be posted out after the event. Please ensure your address on record is accurate.

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PHOTOS

In our effort to provide the best race day experience, we’ve been working with a new photo partner to bring you race day photos for you to look back on. More details to be confirmed soon.

WATCH THE WORLD’S BEST ELITE ATHLETES

Once you have finished your own race, don’t miss the chance to watch some of the world’s best triathletes compete in the elite races - all in Roundhay Park. Saturday 5 June: World Triathlon Para Series - 14:00-18:00 Sunday 6 June: World Triathlon Championship Series Women - 13:08 World Triathlon Championship Series Men - 15:54 Big screens to watch the elite races will be located in the Roundhay Park Event Village. Can’t stay in Leeds on the Saturday and Sunday? Don’t worry, there will be TV coverage on the following days:

WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES • Live on BBC2 from 1pm - 6pm.

WORLD TRIATHLON PARA SERIES • Live on BBC Sport website from 15:30 to 17:30 on Saturday 5 June • Round up package on BBC2 between the women’s and men’s World Triathlon Championship Series race coverage on Sunday 6 June • Highlights on Channel 4 as part of their coverage of the World Para Athletics European Championships on the weekend of 12/13 June EVENT VILLAGE

Triathlon is set to come alive at the Roundhay Park Event Village. The Event Village will provide a central location for the local community and sports fans to soak up the action, cheering on both friends and family and, Saturday and Sunday afternoon, the world’s best. In close proximity to the transition zone, the Event Village enables participants to use Roundhay Park as a base for the whole event.

The Event Village will include the following: • Registration and Help Desk, where participants can register and get any last minute information. • Official Event Expo, in which to browse for a range of triathlon and non-sporting products. • Mechanical support on hand to deal with any last-minute bike tweaks. • A big screen to watch the action all weekend, with elite race coverage and commentary on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. • A host of food and drink concessions and amenities.

Come down and soak up the atmosphere!

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RULES & COMPETITOR CONDUCT

The Saturday and Sunday events are run under British Triathlon Competition Rules (see below)

COMPETITION RULES

It is the competitor’s responsibility to know and abide by the rules; ignorance is not a defence against a penalty or disqualification. Technical Officials will be present at the event to enforce these rules. A penalty board will be located in the finish area to advise you of any penalties accrued. It is your responsibility to check for any penalties awarded. Permitted cycling equipment is outlined in the British Triathlon Competition Rules, section 5.

TIME PENALTIES & APPEALS

All penalties will be posted, during the race, in the finish area by the Technical Officials. It is the competitors’ responsibility to check the penalty board. Appeals against these penalties must be declared within 15 minutes of the posting of the penalty or finishing time, whichever is later, and made in writing to the Race Referee within one hour of the appeal being declared, and accompanied by £30.00 which is refundable if the appeal is upheld. Please note that to overturn a penalty you must be able to provide proof that the penalty was incorrectly awarded.

LITTERING

We are privileged to have been given permission to close many roads to stage the AJ Bell 2021 World Triathlon Leeds. It is not acceptable for residents to then find, after the event, that their streets and gardens have been fouled with litter from athletes participating in the event or graffiti on the roads from spectators. There are opportunities to discard litter at water stations on the run course. On the bike course, you should carry your used litter with you, not discard it on the roads. As per British Triathlon Competition Rules, the penalty for littering is disqualification.

GENERAL RULES

• Outside assistance is not allowed. Friends, family members, coaches or supporters may not bike, drive or run alongside an athlete, may not pass food or other items to an athlete. • No phones, iPods, listening or recording devices are allowed on the course. • Athletes who abuse Technical Officials or volunteers will be disqualified. • Athletes who fail to follow the instructions of a Technical Official will be disqualified. • If, in the view of the Technical Officials, an athlete is unable to complete a section of the course before the cut off time, they may be withdrawn from the race immediately.

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ANTI-DOPING

British Triathlon works closely with UKAD and WADA to ensure triathlon remains a clean sport. Doping Control will be performed in compliance with the World Triathlon Anti-Doping rules and WADA International Standard for Testing. As per the UK Anti-Doping and the World Triathlon Anti-Doping rules any athlete competing at any level in the UK could be tested at any time and is subject to the UKAD and World Triathlon test distribution plans. It is an athlete’s responsibility to be aware of the policies and procedures that accompany clean sport and the substances they put in their body. For further information please visit our British Triathlon Clean Sport Education page HERE. You can search the prohibited status of medications by brand name (e.g. Lemsip Max Strength) using Global DRO. Global DRO allows you to search for medications purchased in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Switzerland or Japan to check its prohibited status.

TOILETS

There are toilets within the Event Village in Roundhay Park and at the swim start for competitors as well as spectators. There won’t be toilets on the bike or run courses, but there will be toilets within Transition.

LOST PROPERTY

Please visit the Help Desk in the registration area of Roundhay Park Event Village on the day of the event. Alternatively, email us at [email protected] with a detailed description of your lost item(s).

PLANNING TO TRAVEL BY TRAIN?

From Friday 4th June through to the end of Sunday 6th June, Kings Cross station will be closed to enable recommissioning of tracks as part of the upgrade of the East Coast Line. This means that the LNER services to and from Leeds during that period will be affected and include the provision of rail replacement services that will lead to longer journeys. Further detail of the impacts and services can be found at eastcoastupgrade.co.uk/the-upgrade

STILL GOT A QUESTION?

We aim to answer all questions in this athlete handbook. Should you have further queries that are not answered in this document or to which you can’t find the answer then please feel free to email [email protected].

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SPECTATOR INFORMATION

Competitors will be able to watch the remainder of the events on the day they are competing. Everyone else will need to register for the event as there is a venue capacity as a result of the Covid restrictions. Tickets are available using the link below. Cost - £5 for over 16, under 16 are free. All ages must register for a ticket.

TICKETS

Participants must fill out a ‘code of conduct’ form, following which you will be sent a QR code which acts as your ticket for entry to the venue. There are a variety of spectating areas in the park, including spots to watch the action live and coverage on big screens. Toilets and catering concessions are also available within the event village

BIG SCREENS

On Saturday and Sunday, big screens, showing live coverage of the Para Series and Championship Series Races, will be located in Roundhay Park. Catering facilities and other amenities will also be available.

SOCIAL MEDIA

There will be live updates during race weekend on our Twitter @WorldTriLeeds and Facebook / WorldTriLeeds pages. Please ensure you “like” the pages for up to date information and pass it on to your friends and family who may not be on site watching you. Post about your journey before and after the event using #WTCSLEEDS and #WPSLEEDS and we’ll share some of the best posts.

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