THE organisers of this year's Bala Triathlon say hosting the event was 'an absolute pleasure' as nearly 500 people took part.

Tough Runner UK headed to North Wales for what was Stage 5 of the 2021 Welsh Super Series on Sunday.

The Bala Standard Triathlon is a closed road triathlon which starts with a 1500m swim in the waters of Llyn Tegid, before heading west along the A494 on a fast closed road circuit.

Having reached the turn-point at Rhydymain, it's back east along the A494, usually with a tailwind, before returning to the lakeside transition and rejoining the closed road for the run course. A flat 9.4km run to Glanllyn and back will see you finish back on the lake.

Tough Runner UK teamed up with the highly experienced Clwb Beicio Bala to bring the event back to the town this year.

The event, which has been one of the most popular races on the triathlon calendar for many years by now, saw a total of 463 people take part and it was also broadcast live on S4C.

Overall winner was Oliver Simon who crossed the finish line in a time of 1hr, 52mins, 16secs.

The first woman to cross the finish line was Kate Curran in a time of 2hrs, 4mins, 46 secs.

For a full list of results, visit: toughrunneruk.fullonsport.com/event/bala-standard-triathlon-2021/results

Commenting on the event via social media, Tough Runner UK said: "This weekend, Tough Runner headed to North Wales to host Bala Triathlon 2021, and what an absolute pleasure it was! The talent at the event was unbelievable, and the support from the spectators was even more special. We want to say a massive well done to all participants. From the experienced, seasoned athletes, to those who completed their first ever Triathlon at Bala yesterday. You should all be extremely proud."