Clément Mignon, a 28-year-old triathlete, emerged victorious at the 18th Ironman in Nice on Sunday. The race took place on the iconic Promenade des Anglais, with Mignon assuming bib 1 and the status of favorite. This win makes him the first Frenchman to claim victory at the Côte d’Azur event since Hervé Faure in 2005, during the inaugural edition.
Mignon completed the race in an impressive time of 8 hours, 17 minutes, and 40 seconds. Although he couldn’t break the event’s record, which has been held by Belgian Frederik Van Lierde since 2013 with a time of 8 hours, 8 minutes, and 59 seconds, Mignon’s performance was still remarkable.
The adopted Niçois, who has been residing in Nice for the past three years, secured his victory by excelling in the marathon portion of the race. He gradually closed the gap between himself and Australian Cameron Wurf and Dane Kristian Hogenhaug, ultimately overtaking them. Mignon finished with a lead of 2 minutes and 53 seconds over the second-place finisher, Bart Aernouts from Belgium, who completed the race in 8 hours and 24 minutes. German athlete Jonas Hoffmann secured the third spot with a time of 8 hours and 27 minutes.
In the Ironman 70.3, which features distances half that of the full Ironman, Paul Loiseau, a member of Team Nissa Triathlon, emerged as the winner. Loiseau, originally from Poitiers, completed the race in 4 hours, 22 minutes, and 11 seconds. He finished ahead of Clément Simon from Troyes, who trailed by 4 minutes and 7 seconds, and David Benistant from Pau, who finished 6 minutes and 4 seconds behind Loiseau.
Overall, the Ironman in Nice showcased impressive performances from both Mignon and Loiseau, highlighting their dedication and skill in the sport of triathlon.In a thrilling race filled with strong contenders, Clément Mignon emerged as the champion of the 18th Ironman in Nice on Sunday. The 28-year-old triathlete, who was the favorite with bib 1, became the first Frenchman to win the prestigious Côte d’Azur event since 2005.
Mignon, a native of Angoulême who has been living in Nice for the past three years, crossed the finish line with an impressive time of 8 hours, 17 minutes, and 40 seconds. Although he couldn’t break the event’s record set in 2013 by Belgian Frederik Van Lierde, who finished in 8 hours, 8 minutes, and 59 seconds, Mignon’s performance was still remarkable.
The decisive moment for Mignon came during the marathon portion of the race. He gradually caught up to Australian Cameron Wurf and Dane Kristian Hogenhaug, eventually overtaking them. Mignon had a 2 minute and 53-second deficit behind the leaders before making his move.
Taking second place was Belgian Bart Aernouts, who previously won the Ironman in Nice in 2014. Aernouts finished with a time of 8 hours, 24 minutes, and 12 seconds. German Jonas Hoffmann secured the third spot on the podium, completing the race in 8 hours, 27 minutes, and 25 seconds.
In the Ironman 70.3, which features half the distances of the full Ironman, Paul Loiseau of Team Nissa Triathlon emerged as the victor. The Poitiers native finished with a time of 4 hours, 22 minutes, and 11 seconds. He outperformed Clément Simon from Troyes and David Benistant from Pau, who finished 4 minutes and 7 seconds and 6 minutes and 4 seconds behind, respectively.
Clément Mignon’s victory in the Ironman in Nice showcases his exceptional talent and determination. As an adopted resident of Nice, he has made the city proud with his remarkable achievement. The Ironman event continues to inspire athletes and spectators alike with its challenging course and fierce competition.
What was Clément Mignon’s winning time in the 18th Ironman in Nice?
Clément Mignon, a 28-year-old triathlete, emerged as the victor in the 18th Ironman in Nice on Sunday. The event took place on the renowned Promenade des Anglais, with Mignon competing as the favorite, donning bib 1. This win marks the first time a Frenchman has claimed victory at the Côte d’Azur event since Hervé Faure in 2005, during the inaugural edition.
Mignon completed the race in an impressive time of 8 hours, 17 minutes, and 40 seconds. While he couldn’t surpass the event’s record held by Belgian Frederik Van Lierde since 2013, finishing in 8 hours, 8 minutes, and 59 seconds, Mignon’s performance was still exceptional.
As a resident of Nice for the past three years, Mignon showcased his strength in the marathon portion of the race, ultimately surpassing Australian Cameron Wurf and Dane Kristian Hogenhaug. He gradually closed the gap between himself and the frontrunners, ultimately securing a lead of 2 minutes and 53 seconds over second-place finisher Bart Aernouts from Belgium, who completed the race in 8 hours and 24 minutes. German athlete Jonas Hoffmann took third place with a time of 8 hours and 27 minutes.
In the Ironman 70.3, which covers half the distance of the full Ironman, Paul Loiseau, a member of Team Nissa Triathlon, emerged as the winner. Originally from Poitiers, Loiseau completed the race in 4 hours, 22 minutes, and 11 seconds. He finished ahead of Clément Simon from Troyes, who trailed by 4 minutes and 7 seconds, and David Benistant from Pau, who finished 6 minutes and 4 seconds behind Loiseau.
Overall, the Ironman in Nice showcased the impressive performances of both Mignon and Loiseau, underscoring their dedication and skill in the triathlon sport.
“Congratulations to Clément Mignon for his stunning victory at Ironman in Nice! His hard work, dedication, and exceptional performance have solidified his place as a force to be reckoned with in the world of triathlons. Well done!”
Congratulations to French triathlete Clément Mignon for his incredible victory at the Ironman in Nice! His determination and skill showcased true athleticism, making his fellow countrymen proud. A well-deserved win for Mignon, who undoubtedly left his mark on the competition.