Look Hoo’s here for charity do!
Theevent was to raise money for Cancer Research UK,
There were also some high profile competitors, including two-time Ironman World Champion, Chris McCormack and Team GB international triathlete, Sophie Coldwell.
The first heat was a 300m lake swim and 9km bike ride, concluding with a 2.5km run in the eliminator round. The top 50 from each heat then took part in a 750m lake swim, 19km cycle and 5km run; remaining entrants took part in the “wooden spoon final”,, all of which took place in glorious summer sunshine. There was even a chance to race against Jenson Button himself. Following the race there was live music and a barbeque.
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General Manager at Luton Hoo Hotel, Matthew Long, commented:
“I am thrilled to have welcomed back the Jenson Button Triathlon for the third year; once again it proved extremely successful for The Jenson Button Trust. Congratulations to everyone who took park in this incredibly challenging event and helped raise vital funds for such a worthy cause.”