Emphatic win for Gebreselama, On Trail Athletes Shine at Transgrancanaria
Kasia Solinska and Claudia Tremps go 1-2 at Transgrancanaria, Tsigie Gebreselama wins the RAK Half-Marathon and a podium for triathlete Alberto Gonzalez Garcia in New Zealand.
ZURICH, Switzerland, February 26, 2024 - Once again, On athletes showcased their prowess, securing triumphs across various sports on a single weekend.
Transgrancanaria Triumph: On Trail Duo Solinska & Tremps Secure 1-2 Victory
In an outstanding moment for the On Trail team, athletes Kasia Solinska (POL) and Claudia Tremps (ESP) delivered strong performances at the prestigious Transgrancanaria. The annual long-distance race is a staple among the early trail events of the season and presented extra-challenging mountain races due to inclement weather this year.
Solinska clinched victory in the 21k category by asserting dominance at all checkpoints, crossing the Tejeda finish line with an impressive time of 02:18:24. She finished nearly four minutes ahead of the second-placed Brittany Charboneau (02:22:08) and six minutes ahead of Switzerland's Flavia Stutz (02:24:12).
The 127K race turned into one of the most demanding editions in recent years. Starting on the beach of Las Canteras in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria amid intermittent drizzle, runners braved low temperatures, rain, and strong gusts of wind. The grueling course led them through the harsh heat of the southern slope of Gran Canaria after sunrise, culminating in the finish line at Parque Sur. After over 16 hours of intense racing, the victory was claimed by American Courtney Dauwalter, while On athlete Claudia Tremps secured second place.
Gebreselama Sets Half-Marathon Record at RAK Marathon
On athlete Tsigie Gebreselama triumphed at the RAK half marathon, a World Athletics Gold Label road race in the United Arab Emirates. This year’s race, held exclusively on the fast and flat roads of Al Marjan Island, saw Gebreselama capitalize on the flat course in unusual foggy weather conditions.
Competing against a world-class field, Ethiopia’s world cross country silver medallist shattered her personal best by more than half a minute, securing victory in 1:05:14. She finished an impressive 30 seconds ahead of her compatriot Ababel Yeshaneh.
Triathlon Excellence: Alberto González Garcia Claims Bronze at World Cup Napier
Spanish triathlete and On athlete Alberto Gonzalez Garcia showcased great form at the World Triathlon Cup circuit season opener, clinching a well-deserved third place in Napier, New Zealand.
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