THE 6th BPI Cards Durianman Triathlon, one of the country’s triathlon races with cross-channel swim, ended on a high note with over 300 participants last April 23, 2017.
Participants came from different cities and countries including USA, Taiwan, Brunei, France, Netherlands, and India.
Durianman is currently the biggest standard distance event in Davao Region, and it’s also one of the highlights of Davao’s biggest tourism campaign – the Visit Davao Fun Sale.
During the recently-concluded competition, triathletes considered it one of the most challenging races yet.
There's always a surprise challenge for the racers, and this time it's the unpredictable strength of the current in Pakiputan Strait. This strait was part of the standard route for the race. As the current commanded a route adjustment, the organizers decided for a deep water start, which was more favorable for the athletes to reach the swim exit safely.
“This year’s BPI Cards Durianman Triathlon was one for the books and it definitely raised the bar of triathlons here in the region. The challenge of the race is too sweet to pass on and we are confident that its uniqueness will attract more triathletes in our future races,” Durianman race organizer JJ Sarona said.
This is the biggest event yet organized by the Triathlon Association of Davao (Triad). Its success garnered more interest and excitement for the next races to come.
Jonar Saim of Team Unilab-Activ from Polomolok, South Cotabato emerged champion in the male category followed by Banjo Norte of Team Omega Pro-Cebu and Juanito Mahinay of Tribuddies Sante Barley-Tagum.
In the distaff side, Feelin Torres of Team Omega Pro-Cebu grabbed the top spot while Madeline Argosino of Team Herbalife-Manila finished second. Catherine Arias of Team Somatst-Davao placed third.