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Water blamed for intestinal woes in Oklahoma

Fecal coliform pollution following heavy rains the night before the race blamed for diarrhea, vomiting and fever afflicting about 20 competitors at the Oklahoma City Boathouse International Triathlon May 16

Tour of Sweden – day 10

A run, bike and swim was on John McGovern's program today but the banjo playing 180 proof reindeer poacher was not. The last day of the 2009 Tour of Sweden is now only 4 days away.

Millward, McIlroy win Austin Pan Am Cup

While not eligible for Pan American honors, New Zealanders Callum Millward and Kate McIlroy take first place money at the Cap Tex Triathlon / Pan American Cup triathlon in Austin Texas on Memorial Day.

Tour of Sweden – day 9

While not as old and famous as the Giro D'Italia, the weary participants of the Tour of Sweden were also allowed a rest day today. John McGovern used this opportunity to further investigate the whereabouts of Swedish beauties.

Tour of Sweden – day 8

A pair of foxes, breaking the law, a wedding anniversary, a Burger King crown and a long breakaway were part of John McGovern's 8th day at the Tour of Sweden. What more could he ask for?

Tour of Sweden – day 7

Today John McGovern reports about an easy century and a most excellent BBQ. Total time in the saddle so far - 747 miles for our intrepid reporter.

Tour of Sweden – day 6

The previous day had taken its toll on the group and featured on today's "menu" were meatballs for breakfast, an easy recovery ride to Bollnas for the bandy party, and a bit of the Simpsons and Family Guy on TV. A perfect day in Sweden.

Jammaer and Bayliss in Lanzarote

Belgian Bert Jammaer defended his title of 2008 and captured the 2009 Ironman Lanzarote in a time of 8:54:03. Scot Bella Bayliss ran away with the win in the women's event and thus repeated her win of 2008, but this time with a new name.

Steve Larsen Photo gallery

When legendary road cyclist and mountain biker Steve Larsen took on triathlon in 2001, he hit the old paradigms of the sport like a comet.