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103 from 8 countries join Tagaman 51.50
A pack of 103 athletes from eight countries were led by Alesandr Dorovskikh of Russia in the 2017 Tagaman 51.50 Triathlon last June 24 on Saipan.
Dorovskikh finished the race in 2:12:01.8, followed closely by first female finisher Manami Iijima of Guam, who finished in 2:12:52.1.
Participating athletes from Korea, Russia, Japan, Hong Kong, Guam, the Philippines, USA and The Marianas tooktothe challenge with picture perfect weather conditions for the swim, bike, run event.
The race began at 6am with 1.5K swim leg at Kanoa Resort Saipan, the official hotel of theevent. By 7am, bikers began transitioning at Mina’chom Atdao Pavilion in Susupe and made the 40Kbike course to Banzai and back. The 10K run was from Mina’chom Atdaoalong the lagoon-hugging Beach Road to the Carolinian Utt in Garapan and back.
“A beautiful day for a beautiful race,” said Marianas Visitors Authority managing director Christopher A. Concepcion. “The athletes had a safe and enjoyable race, and we are very pleased with the results of the MVA’s partnership with Northern Marianas Cycling Federation and Triathlon Association of the CNMI in organizing the event. Most especially, we thank all our sponsors and supporters who helped make it a success.”
The Tagaman Triathlon is an annual signature event of the Marianas Visitors Authority, aimed at attracting visiting athletes and media coverage for The Marianas.
“We’re glad everything worked perfect and according to plan,” said Ricky Castro, TRAC president. “Just like a symphony, every piece matters to produce beautiful score; the same goes with Tagaman Triathlon.”
Platinum sponsors are Kanoa Resort & Spa, the official hotel of Tagaman Triathlon, T Galleria and Hyatt Regency Saipan. Gold sponsors are Tan Holdings, Islander Rent-a-Car, IT&E, Brabu Pharmacy, and MARPAC. Silver sponsors are Bridge Capital, LLC; Imperial Pacific International, Pacifica Insurance Underwriters, Inc., Triple J Wholesale, and Marianas Medical Center. Bronze sponsors are Let’s Go! Tour, Pacific Islands Club Saipan, Hertz Rent a Car, and RNV Forex. Event supporters include the departments of Public Safety, Fire and Emergency Medical Services, Public Works (Road and Grounds), DPS Boating and Traffic, Division of Parks and Grounds, Marianas Health Services, Elliot Systems, and Hawaiian Rock Products. (MVA)
