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With the numbers already exceeding all expectations, the inaugural Great Fjord Swim has really garnered great interest from experienced swimmers and newbies alike. Taking place for the first time in the beautiful harbour of Killary on October 13, competitors will experience the thrill of open water swimming in Ireland’s only fjord - this is sure to be a brilliant challenge for participants of all abilities from beginners to regular tri-athletes. And, there is €2,000 in cash prizes for competitors on the day.

Kilmore Triathlon Club and co-hosts Erris Beo would like to thank all competitors and volunteers who took part in the 2012 Blacksod Point Challenge Triathlon.

The seventh annual Galway Bay swim, in aid of Cancer Care West, will take place on Saturday July 28.

Ballinrobe’s, Padraic Marrey came second over the weekend in Donegal’s

Local heart and stroke charity Croi invites you to participate in an amazing new swim challenge which takes place in Croatia from August 4 to 10.

The fifth annual Corrib Open Sea Swim in Salthill will take place this year on June 30.

Local heart and stroke charity Croí, has just announced details of an exciting new challenge as part of its fundraising portfolio of events for 2012.

Aaron Murtagh, Ballina Athletic Club, won a gold medal in the junior triple jump at the National Junior championships in Nenagh at the weekend. Good performances were also recorded by Hugh Armstrong in the 1,500m and Simon Gillespie in the 3,000m walk. Hugh Armstrong will be eligible to compete in this competition again next year. Simon Gillespie recorded a PB in the 3000m walk and is eligible to compete at this level for the next three years.

Entries are now open for next year’s Kilkenny Triathlon, following the official launch of the 2012 TriGrandPrix Championship yesterday.

Galway has been selected to host one of the unique Castle Triathlon series that takes place in England, France and Ireland.