Jon Mansfield successfully defended his triathlon crown in Cheltenham, in a field of nearly 300. In doing so, he won the competition for an unprecedented third time after victories in 2004 and 2005. Competition was relatively challenging after Mansfield completed the swim discipline only find himself outside the top 30 positions. The 10 miles of cycling from Cheltenham Lido, through Presbury before circling Bishops Cleeve, seemed to suit Mansfield as he tore through the leaders and lead local Ironman competitor, Andy East, back to Sandford Park. The 3km run through the town was a rapid affair for all - with the winner breaking the finishing
tape with a 2 minute cushion.