The annual Hamilton Island Triathlon and Ocean Swim was a great success last month, attracting a diverse field of competitors. Despite early morning wet weather impacting the triathlon on Saturday, the Ocean Swim on Sunday enjoyed more settled conditions for the 750m and 2km swims.
Fourteen Sinkers made their way to Hamilton Island to participate in one of the swim distances, enjoying the moderate conditions off Catseye Beach. Several members, who also belong to other clubs, had already competed in the triathlon on Saturday and embraced the post-race festivities. Despite this, enthusiasm remained high, and all members took to the water on Sunday.
The Ocean Swim saw 138 competitors registered for the 2km distance and 91 for the 750m swim, with a total of 229 swimmers enjoying the stunning location alongside like-minded participants.
Sinkers members performed exceptionally well, with several securing podium finishes. In the 2km swim, Pierre Craven claimed 2nd place, Fiona Cheesman finished 3rd, Rachel Bidgood secured 2nd, and Jeanette Stewart achieved 3rd place in their respective categories. In the 750m event, Geoffrey Robinson and Christine Webb both took 1st place, while Sue Willett earned a strong 2nd place.
Cross-training across various clubs and disciplines proved beneficial for the team, showcasing their strength and versatility.
Mackay was also well represented throughout the weekend, with members of the Mackay Triathlon Club, Triactiv8, other local groups, and individuals delivering impressive performances across both days of events.
The Sinkers look forward to returning for the 2025 Ocean Swim and another fantastic weekend of competition and camaraderie.
Contributed by Dan Stampa
2km Ocean Swim – Sinkers results
Age group
Gender
Name
Place
Time
Age place
50-59
Male
Pierre Craven
2nd
30:39
2/12
60-69
Brian Keogh
6th
42:37
6/9
30-39
Female
Pepper Carroll
12th
42:16
12/15
40-49
Natasha Mallise
8th
36:59
8/17
50-59
Fiona Cheesman
3rd
37:06
3/17
Alison Friswell
8th
39:06
8/17
Jenny Smith
9th
39:07
9/17
60-69
Female
Rachel Bidgood
2nd
43:19
2/4
Jeanette Stewart
3rd
50:02
3/4
750m Ocean Swim – Sinkers Results
Age group
Gender
Name
Place
Time
Age place
80 +
Male
Geoffrey Robinson
1st
22:28
1/1
50-59
Female
Christine Webb
1st
14:21
1/15
Clare Heal
4th
16:19
4/15
60-69
Sue Willett
2nd
18:27
2/6
Wendy Keogh
4th
20:13
4/6
Swimmers prepare for the start of the main 2km race
Some competitive spirit between two Sinkers as Jenny Smith and Alison Friswell complete a final duel to cross the line
Brian Keogh completing his 2km ocean swim. Swimmers are never happy with any amount of running during an event!
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