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Michael Lovato Victorious at Rhode Island 70.3

July 12, 2009 | By Colorado Triathlete

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Photos by Courtney Johnson

Michael Lovato
Lovato wins in Rhode Island

July 12, 2009 (Providence, RI) – Michael Lovato and Michellie Jones claimed victories at the Rhode Island IRONMAN 70.3. Lovato, a two-time IRONMAN champion, claimed the title with an overall time of 3:54:39. Last year’s runner-up, Richie Cunnigham, remained consistent with another second place finish with a time of 3:54:50. Eight-time IRONMAN New Zealand winner, Cameron Brown, rounded out the podium just three seconds behind Cunningham with a time of 3:54:53.

James Cotter led out of the swim held at Roger Wheeler State Beach, while Lovato followed approximately two minutes behind. Cunningham and Brown took turns leading on the bike leg, although Lovato exited the bike-to-run transition ahead. Lovato and Cunningham stayed close by each other during the challenging half-marathon through the streets of Providence, and the top three men showcased a close finish in front of the State House in downtown.

Michael Lovato
Lovato runs to a 3:54:39 finish

Jones, an IRONMAN World Champion, dominated the women’s field. Leading out of the swim and bike, Jones held off second place finisher, Desiree Ficker, who posted the fastest women’s run split of the day, and Heather Jackson in third place.

Pro Men

1. Michael Lovato, 3:54:39
2. Richie Cunningham, 3:54:50
3. Cameron Brown, 3:54:53
4. Wolfgang Guembel, 3:58:01
5. Nick Frank, 4:03:12

Pro Women

1. Michellie Jones, 4:23:56
2. Desiree Ficker, 4:27:21
3. Heather Jackson, 4:33:39
4. Kim Loeffler, 4:36:53
5. Suzanne Zelazo, 4:40:57

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