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The 2016 Abu Dhabi traithlon begins!
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The Elite Men's race 1/3 through the race after the swim.
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Over 10,000 people took part in the event.
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At such high speed, there were some spectacular crashes.
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The men's elite cycle for 40 gruelling kilometres...
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... but included the stunning Abu Dhabi Corniche backdrop.
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Gold went to Mario Mola, with Richard Murray and Joao Silva in second and third.
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Mola came through a 15-second time penalty to retain the men’s elite crown.
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Mola won in 1 hour 46.39 minutes, 15 seconds.
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Abu Dhabi produced perfect conditions with sun and a gentle breeze.
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Britons Jodie Stimpson and Helen Jenkins bagged gold and bronze, Australian Ashleigh Gentle the silver.
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Hundreds turned out for the junior event.