Articles by Tim Carlson

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Rasmus Henning’s Revival

After his stunning 7:52:36 performance winning Roth in 2010, Rasmus Henning has been bedeviled by mysterious cramps and contemplated retirement. His Abu Dhabi win revived his high expectations and Kona ambitions.

by Tim Carlson, March 8, 2012

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Henning, Butterfield take Abu Dhabi

Rasmus Henning ran down local favorite Faris Al-Sultan to take the win at the 2012 Abu Dhabi Triathlon. Nikki Butterfield pulled away on the bike and held on during the run to take the women's crown.

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2012 Abu Dhabi International Triathlon

A $250,000 purse, a stellar international pro field plus 1,800 amateurs, a fascinating Middle Eastern venue and mild late winter temperatures mark Abu Dhabi as a highlight of the triathlon season. Photo Gallery by Timothy Carlson

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Chris Lieto takes on Abu Dhabi

Some say Abu Dhabi's 200 kilometer bike course and 20km run fits Chris Lieto like a glove. Triathlon's fastest cyclist talks about his chances for the $50,000 top prize in his first crack at the United Emirates speedway.

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Jodie Swallow is back on track

Jodie Swallow, the 2009 ITU long distance World Champion and the 2010 Ironman 70.3 World Champion, is back after a frustrating, yearlong bout with injury and has no fear of anyone in this talented field.

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Abu Dhabi events

A look at the Julie Dibens-James Cunnama swim clinic with Abu Dhabi youth triathletes and a visit to the world famous Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital. Photo Gallery by Timothy Carlson.

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Mirinda and Siri – bidding adieu

Mirinda Carfrae spent seven years with coach Siri Lindley and in that span Carfrae won Ironman 70.3 and Ironman world titles and dominated 70.3 racing. Recently they announced a split marked by mutual affection and respect.

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Al-Sultan, Zelenkova win Sri Lanka 70.3

Faris Al-Sultan of the Germany and the United Arab Emirates and Lucie Zelenkova of the Czech Republic won the inaugural Ironman 70.3 Sri Lanka by comfortable margins in steaming hot weather.

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A look at the 2012 Abu Dhabi Tri

The prestigious Abu Dhabi International Triathlon field on March 3 features another incredible starter field, included are a few very interesting first time starters. One thing is for sure, the race promises to be interesting.

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Allen, Molina, Tinley top USAT 2012 HOF class

Mark Allen, Scott Tinley, Scott Molina, three members of the sport’s Original Big Four, will be joined by Sally Edwards, Ethel Autorino and Bob Babbitt in USAT’s 2012 Hall of Fame class

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Silva loses World Title for doping

Portuguese duathlete Sergio Silva failed an in-competition doping control test at the 2011 Gijon ITU Duathlon World Championship in Spain and must forfeit his gold medal; 2-year ban reduced to 6 months as violation was ruled inadvertent.

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Unger, Campbell win Barbados ITU Sprint

Daniel Unger of Germany, the 2007 ITU World Champion, and Canadian Lauren Campbell, won the men’s and women’s titles at the Bridgetown ITU Sprint Triathlon in Barbados.

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Vidal, Moffatt win Geelong Sprint

Laurent Vidal and Emma Moffatt won the ITU Sprint Triathlon and Clayton Fettell and Belinda Granger triumphed in the Urban Hotels 2.80.20 long course events at Geelong Sunday.