The official presentation of POWERMAN Greece

The official presentation of POWERMAN Greece, took place at the “Triathlon Celebration” event.

On Friday 22^nd of February 2019, the gathering for the “Triathlon Celebration” took place at Athens Olympic Stadium. The gathering was hosted by Hellenic Triathlon Federation “H.T.F.”. Lots of athletes, as well as H.T.F.s stuff, sponsors, institutional representatives and simple friends of our sport, were present and created a warm celebrating and friendly atmosphere.

The big international event POWERMAN Greece that will take place at Loutraki on the 24^th of March 2019 was presented during the gathering for the “Triathlon Celebration”, an event that will be the opening for the 2019 season. The biggest multisport long distant event run-bike-run, POWERMAN, comes to Greece for the first time and will host athletes from approximately 30 countries all over the world.

During the event the Elite athletes that had already confirmed their registration were announced standing out among them was the World Champion of Duathlon Gael Le Bellec. Going on among the women the participations of Melanie Maurer (SUI) , Miriam Van Reijen (NED) , Deniz Dimaki (GRE) are standing out and for men Gael Le Bellec (FRA) , Seppe Odeyn (BEL) , Matt Smith (AUS) , Denis Šketako (SLO) , Kasper Laumann Hartlev (DEN) , Michele Paone (LIE) , Tribaut Le Cras (FRA) , Diego Van Loy (BEL)  , Grigoris Skoularikis (GRE) , Grigoris Souvatzoglou (GRE)

Next chapter for the presentations was The City of Loutraki, this magical place that will host the event while we saw some details of the event were also discussed such as the distances of each event, leaving all the spectators impressed.

If you want to live this unique experience of POWERMAN Greece, you can still register at the official webpage of the event.

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Diego Van Looy and Petra Eggenschwiler are the winners of the Powerman Mallorca 2019

Petra Eggenschwiler and Diego Van Looy are the winners of the Powerman Mallorca 2019

Swiss Petra Eggenschwiler and Belgium Diego Van Looy are the winners of the 4th edition of the Ferrer Hotels Powerman Mallorca Powered by Felt. The race had perfect weather conditions and over 400 duathletes have enjoyed the competitions on the Classic distance (10km running, 60km cycling– no drafting allowed and 10km running) and on the Sprint distance (5km running, 30km cycling and 5km running). It’s been one of the earliest duathlon events of the European season. German brothers Bianca and Rico Bogen get the victory of the Sprint distance.

Ferrer Hotels Powerman Mallorca Powered by Felt has been an exciting competiton for 400 duathletes in a perfect sunny day in Can Picafort, Mallorca. Reigning Long Distance Duathlon World Champ Petra Eggenschwiler and Diego Van Looy grabbed convincing victories at the fourth edition of one of the earliest duathlon races in Europe. Swiss Petra Eggenschwiler lead the race and got a solid victory showing an impressive performance. First runner up was the Spanish Yéssica Pérez with a 4 minutes gap. Austrian Sigrid Herndler was finally third.

“It’s been amazing, the sun, the course… I felt really strong today and I’m happy to get in Mallorca the first victory of the year!” said Eggenschwiler.

In the male category, Belgium triathlete Daniel Van Looy starred a great performance to get a solid victory (2h39:41) overtaking a few rivals after the first leg. He lead the race till the second transition, and started the last run segment just 5” ahead of three times Duathlon World Champ Gael Le Bellec, who finished second. Third duathlete at the finish line was Michele Paonne, from Liechtenstein.

 “I’ve tried to follow the best runner in the first leg, then I pushed on the bike and I felt confidence I could win the race in the last 10km. Running here is so special, with nice views, the sea, also the incredible weather in February. I’m so happy!”, said Van Looy.

Two Young German brothers, Bianca and Rico Bogen got the Sprint distance victories in female and male category.

Female Classic distance Top3

1. Petra Eggenschwiler (SWI)                   3h02:20 
2. Yéssica Pérez (ESP)                                    3h06:11 
3. Sigrid Herndler (AUT)                   3h06:45

Male Classic distance Top6

1. Diego Van Looy (BEL) 2h39:41
2. Gael Le Bellec (FRA) 2h41:19
3. Michele Paonne (LIE) 2h41:52
4. Ben Price (GBR) 2h44:00
5. Denis Sketako (SLO) 2h45:22
6. Kasper Laumann (DEN) 2h45:30

* Diego Van Looy, Gael Le Bellec , Michele Paonne , Denis Sketako and Kasper Laumann will also be in Loutraki 24.03.2019 for Powerman Greece!

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The second period of Registrations for POWERMAN Greece, ends in 15th of February!

The second period of Registrations for POWERMAN Greece, ends in 15^th of February!

The preparations for the most important long distance multisport event run-bike-run, POWERMAN (titled «POWERMAN Greece 2019»), that will come in Loutraki on the 24^th of March, are ongoing non-stop. The organization committee is taking care of every detail aiming for an unforgettable experience for all the participants.

You still haven’t completed your registration? Hurry! The second period of registrations with special prices is ending on Friday 15^th of February!

There are a lot of choices, for elite categories, age groups, team relays with two distances for the adults, and POWER kids for our smaller athletes. Even the most demanding multisport fan will be satisfied. The athlete will also enjoy rich benefits, even having the option to rent a bike for the days of the event.

Don’t lose any more time, secure your starting place now!

 Register now at the official webpage of the event.

 www.powerman.org.gr

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