The top two finishers at the 2019 World Triathlon Olympic Qualification Event were disqualified after finishing together, hand-in-hand.
Though the finish was heartwarming, race officials met immediately following the race to discuss the official effects of it. Learmonth appeared to cross the line first based on a photo finish, but when officials looked to the rulebook, they discovered International Triathlon Union rule 2.11.f that states, “Athletes who finish in a contrived tie situation, where no effort to separate their finish times has been made, will be disqualified,” according to the release.
As a result, both athletes were disqualified and forfeited their podium finishes and Olympic qualifications. Both athletes contested the decision, but it was overruled. “[I] feel we showcased our sport in the right way, hopefully showing young athletes it’s not always dog-eat-dog,” Learmonth wrote in an Instagram
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