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World Cup in Liévin: An Intense Battle in a Unique Indoor Arena 

The World Cup in Liévin, France, is held in an indoor running arena, where a temporary short-course pool is set up in the center. Participants swim and then transition directly to bicycles, covering distances on the outer running track of the arena. The running stage takes place on the inner lanes of the track, demanding agility and precision from the athletes.

To qualify for the race finals, participants must first advance through the semifinals. There were six men’s qualifying heats and four women’s heats. The top four men in each heat and the top seven women automatically progressed to the semifinals.

Among the women, Maryna Kyryk secured her spot among the top 36 by finishing strong in the qualifiers. Sofiya Pryyma finished eighth, also advancing to the semifinals. In the men’s division, Vitalii Vorontsov finished fifth in his qualifying heat and then excelled in the additional qualification round, securing his place in the semifinals.

In the semifinals, the top four men and women in each heat moved on to the World Cup final. The next four finishers competed for places 13 to 24 in the “B” final, while the remaining athletes were ranked 25 to 36 based on their semifinal times.

Vitalii Vorontsov finished the race in 32nd place among men. Sofiya Pryyma also secured the 32nd position among women, with Maryna Kyryk finishing 33rd. All Ukrainian athletes earned Olympic points: Vitalii Vorontsov added 171 points to his ranking, improving his total by 40 points and moving up to 93rd in the world ranking. Sofiya Pryyma and Maryna Kyryk continue their season at the European Cup in Melilla, Spain.

E World Triathlon Championships London Powered by Zwift

The E World Triathlon Championships London powered by Zwift is a highly dynamic and intense form of triathlon that demands maximum concentration and high intensity. The event, exemplified by previous competitions in London, consists of three stages.

Stage 1: 200m swimming in a pool, 4km vertical cycling on stationary bikes connected to Zwift, and a 1km sprint on a treadmill, also integrated with Zwift.

Stage 2: After a 3-minute rest, the same distances are covered but in reverse order – running, cycling, and swimming.

Stage 3: Following a 5-minute rest, the stage starts with a handicap based on the previous stages’ results, following the same order as Stage 1 – swimming, cycling, and running.

E-Triathlon also features ultra-fast transitions and provides an excellent opportunity to develop sprinting skills, as the competition is in a super-sprint format. Participating in such events helps athletes develop adaptability, strategic thinking, and the ability to perform under various conditions.

Vitalii Vorontsov placed 13th among the world’s top 30 athletes, missing the final by just 7 seconds. This result demonstrates his strong performance and the high level of competition at the E World Triathlon Championships.

Over the course of two thrilling weeks in Coimbra, Portugal, Europe’s finest triathletes gathered to compete for continental glory across various multisport disciplines. Kicking off with duathlon, the event series progressed through cross duathlon and triathlon, culminating with the elite aquathlon and long-distance triathlon competitions.

Following a rigorous series of national qualifiers, Ukraine’s top athletes made their way to Portugal. Among them, Sofiya Pryyma emerged as a standout favorite in the cross duathlon. Entering the transition zone amidst the leading pack, Pryyma battled fiercely for a podium finish in the cycling segment. Despite her best efforts, she ultimately crossed the finish line in fourth, with the top four athletes proving insurmountable.

In the men’s aquathlon, seasoned Ukrainian competitor Vitalii Vorontsov once again showcased his prowess. Though he emerged from the water over half a minute behind the leaders, Vorontsov’s exceptional running skills came to the fore. Teaming up with Bulgarian Alexander Bozhilov, he clocked the fastest time in the running segment, reclaiming lost ground to secure an admirable fourth-place finish.

The women’s aquathlon saw a formidable Ukrainian lineup, featuring multiple international medalist Maryna Kyryk, the versatile Sofiya Pryyma, and the experienced Daryna Moskalenko, fresh off her Ukrainian sprint triathlon championship win.

Hungary’s Marta Kropko initially seized a 20-second lead in the water, but the running segment proved more challenging. It was here that Moskalenko and Kyryk made their move. Moskalenko, displaying remarkable stamina and speed, posted one of the fastest running times, missing out on the gold by a mere six seconds to Europe’s new champion, Tjaša Vrtačič. Vrtačič’s superior running clinched her victory, with Moskalenko earning a well-deserved silver. Sofia Pryyma secured eighth place, while Maryna Kyryk finished ninth.

In the updated world rankings, Maryna Kyryk ascended to the second spot, Sofiya Pryyma held steady in eighth, and Daryna Moskalenko made an impressive debut at 17th. On the men’s side, Vitalii Vorontsov climbed to sixth in the global aquathlon standings, underscoring Ukraine’s strong presence on the international stage.

On March 23-24, the European Triathlon Cup started in Portugal. On Saturday, there was a start among the elite, where Oleksii Astafiev Kulish and Sergey Kostenko took the first start of the season. And on Sunday, juniors competed.

The Europe Triathlon Junior Cup is included in the European Junior Ranking and the European Nations Cup. Ukraine was represented by Fedir Bezlepkin, Illia Honcharuk and Arsen Adamov, who made his debut on the international stage. Among the women, Eva and Dana Soroka, as well as Sofiia Bondarenko, performed.

The annual Triathlon Conference of Presidents took place in Prague on February 17-18, marking its fortieth edition. Organized by the Czech Triathlon Association, the event was held at the prestigious Diplomat Hotel and gathered the entire management of the Europe Triathlon organization.

A notable participant in the conference was Marisol Casado, the president of the World Triathlon Organization and a member of the senior management of the International Olympic Committee. Representing Ukraine was Bogdan Mykhalus, the president of the Ukrainian Triathlon Federation.

The conference weekend kicked off with the convening of the Europe Triathlon Board, setting the stage for strategic endeavors and cooperative efforts pertaining to the year 2024. The main day of the conference featured a concise yet enriching program, covering various topics such as financial matters, developmental strategies, initiatives in paratriathlon, marketing endeavors, and governance protocols. Attendees also had the privilege of witnessing illuminating presentations from the Local Organizing Committees overseeing the premier championships of the current year, building excitement for the upcoming season and beyond.

On February 17, the Americas Triathlon Cup La Guaira was held in Venezuela at the standard distance. Ukraine was represented by Vitalii Vorontsov, who took ninth place.

Vitalii scores 150 points in the World Triathlon Rankings and moves up one step. This is the first start this season and the next one is the Americas Triathlon Cup La Habana.

On January 27-29, Ukrainian triathletes visited Lviv again to determine the best among juniors and younths. Yurii Tiuitiunnyk and Yeva Soroka became winners among juniors. Mikitenko Vladislav and Sofiia Bondarenko claimed the silver medal. Bronze was for Nesvat Maxim and Belousova Kristina. Dana Soroka and Goncharuk Illya became winners among U17. Shmanova Adele and Kirilovich Igor best triathletes among U15.

The Ukrainian Triathlon Federation is actively developing kids triathlon. Since 2013, the country has hosted a Kids League, in which children aged from nine to 13 years old take part. The first stage of the Kids League took place in Lviv, which brought together 83 participants.

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