Two-Time ITU World Champion Flora Duffy had a memorable weekend in her home Country of Bermuda this past weekend. Racing in front of friends and family, Flora dominated the competition leading in the swim, bike and run earning herself an impressive victory.
Flora was excited to welcome the ITU to Bermuda for the second stop in the 2018 ITU World Triathlon Series. This was the inagural ITU event in Bermuda but the island fully embraced the sport, with fans coming out to support their champion.
In commemoration of the special event Flora debuted a custom bike inspired by her country.
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Flora unvieled her Bermuda inspired Specialized Tarmac Disc ahead of the race. The color sceme on the bike was inspired by her home country, pulling pastel hues from the colorful homes on the Island.
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Flora's bike was equipped with the new DURA-ACE BR-R9170 Hydraulic Disc Brakes
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For quick and accurate shifting, Flora chooses DURA-ACE Di2 Electronic Shifting
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Mother of pearl detailing on the frame by one of the great bike designers, Ron Jones
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Ready to make its #TriBermuda debut!
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Diving into the crystal-clear waters of Hamilton Harbor
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The hilly terrain of Bermuda was no challenge for Flora
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Although Bermuda is a small island, fans lined the streets to show their support
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The central location of Hamilton made it easy for fans to get right up close the action
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Flora became the first woman in WTS to win a race after being the leader in all three disciplines
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Pure joy for the World Champion after winning on her home soil
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Gold Champagne for Flora's first WTS win of the season
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Flora thanks the fans for the support. The ITU returns to Bermuda for 2019 at the end of April. Learn more about the race here.
Photography by Mical Cerveny