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For the second time Mexico will host an
Ironman event with the participation of fifteen hundred top athletes.
With a Mexican heart and a Caribbean soul, Cozumel is a paradise where
tradition, flavor and joy come together.
Famous all over the world for its coral reefs, there are plenty of water
sports such as diving, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, kayaking and more.
With its beautiful beaches and exotic locale, Cozumel is an ideal
destination where honeymooners can enjoy colorful and breathtaking
sunsets, moonlit walks on secluded beaches, swim through crystal clear
blue waters and romantic candlelight dinners.
The event will include 50 qualifying slots for the 2011 Ford Ironman
World Championship, taking place on October, in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
There will be a professional prize purse of $75,000 (USD) for
distribution among the top five male and female finishers.
The 2.4 mile/3.86 km swim will begin at the Chankanaab Park Beach.
Athletes will experience a picturesque swim with colorful fish and coral
reefs during the two-loop course. The 112 mile/180.2 km bike course,
also utilizing Chankanaab Park, will take athletes on roads that
surround Cozumel. The 26.2 mile/42.4 km run will encompass the downtown
center of Cozumel.
With its beautiful beaches and exotic locale, Cozumel is an ideal
destination where athletes and supporters alike can enjoy breathtaking
sunsets, a variety of water sports and historical destinations such as
Punta Sur Ecological Reserve and the Colombia Lagoon, showcasing native
wildlife. Additionally, Cozumel has an international airport with
multiple direct connections to the U.S. and Mexico City, plus a first-class
hotel infrastructure known for its customer service.
More information:
www.ironman-mexico.com
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