Athlete Dies During Swim Portion Ironman 70.3 Waco Triathlon

An athlete tragically died during the swim portion of the IRONMAN 70.3 Waco triathlon after a medical emergency. Water safety personnel quickly identified the participant in distress and administered immediate medical care before transporting the athlete to a hospital, where they were later pronounced dead. Event organizers expressed their deepest sympathies to the athlete's family and friends and committed to supporting them through this difficult time. The IRONMAN 70.3 Waco, now in its seventh year, includes a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride, and a 13.1-mile run, and is part of the global IRONMAN Group’s series of endurance races. Organizers also extended their gratitude to the water safety personnel and first responders for their swift assistance. The identity of the deceased athlete has not been released.