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Ironman 70.3 triathlon in Hradec Králové

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The third annual Ironman 70.3 triathlon took place in Hradec Králové from August 14 to August 16, alongside the IRONMAN 5150, City Lights Run, and IRONKIDS. The weekend event drew over 3,500 athletes, with the main 70.3 race featuring 1,750 participants representing more than 40 countries. Competitors included professional athletes from the IRONMAN Pro Series and Czech Olympian Petra Kuříková. While the event proceeded smoothly regarding traffic and public order, emergency services treated seven participants for minor issues, such as allergic reactions to insect stings and bicycle falls. No serious injuries were reported. Authorities noted security concerns regarding unauthorized drone ~~use. Police recorded~~ use, recording five instances of drones operating within no-fly ~~zones, incidents which will be referred~~ zones for referral to the Civil Aviation ~~Authority~~ Authority. Following the competition, notable individual achievements were highlighted. South Bohemian Governor Martin Kuba completed his first Half Ironman with a time of 5 hours and 31 minutes, noting that intense training was essential for ~~further action.~~ the swimming portion. Additionally, Petra Václavková, a member of Spartak Trutnov, competed with one arm. She finished 21st in her category and 14th in her hundred-person group, describing her participation as a “personal victory” and a testament to her identity as an athlete.

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