Mangaluru triathlon held

Mangaluru: With the participation of over 500 athletes from various disciplines, swimming, cycling and running, and the presence of youth icons like Miss India Universe Divita Rai and ace shuttler Chirag Shetty, the maiden Mangaluru Triathlon was successfully organised by Tapasya Foundation Charitable Trust in association with the IDFC First Bank, on Sunday.
The enthusiasm of the participants was palpable throughout the circuit from Tannirbavi to Mudipu as citizens of Mangaluru cheered the athletes during the course of the event.The 40-member Indian Navy contingent added a special flair to the mega event. The participation of athletes in the age group 6- 60 plus, was another highlight of the event.
The event was organised in aid of the Tapasya Foundation Palliative Care Centre for terminally ill cancer patients and child cancer care facility at Mudipu.
The triathlon was organised in association with Lions International District 317D, Mangalore Surfers Club, We R Cycling Club and Mangalore Runners Club.