Busselton IRONMAN triathlon competitor dies after requiring medical attention while swimming

A competitor in Sunday’s Busselton IRONMAN triathlon has died after requiring medical attention during the swim leg of the event. Posting on Facebook, the event’s organisers said they were “deeply saddened to confirm the passing of a race participant from Sunday’s triathlon”. “The athlete required medical attention during the swim portion of the race, with event medical personnel providing support onsite before transporting them to hospital,” the post reads. “Sadly, the athlete has since passed away. “Our heartfelt condolences go out to the athlete’s family, whom we will continue to offer our support. “We appreciate the quick work of onsite water safety and medical personnel who provided the athlete with medical support.” In 2015, 39-year-old Brett Powell died while completing a swim at the event. More than 2000 triathletes took part in the event across the IRONMAN 70.3 Western Australia Asia-Pacific Championship and IRONMAN Western Australia races.