Diego Méntrida makes his under-8 debut at IRONMAN Cozumel

El HOMBRE DE HIERRO Cozumel 2025 crowned Arthur Horseau and Lisa Perterer after a day marked by heat and fast rhythms in Mexico.

Arthur Horseau and Lisa Peterer conquer IRONMAN Cozumel 2025 on a demanding day for the Spaniards

El November 23th A new edition of the IRONMAN Cozumel 2025, a race known for its favorable swimming currents and the sweltering heat of the Caribbean Sea.

The race had two main protagonists: Arthur Horseau, who returned to competition after a year away and took the victory in 7:48:18, and Lisa Perterer, who clearly dominated the women's race with a final time of 8:29:29.

A hectic start in the water and big names out of contention

The men's swimming was marked by a high pace from the very beginning. Sven Thalmann, Michele Sarzilla y Joaquin Pareda They emerged in a compact front group around the 41 minutesTaking advantage once again of a fast run downstream. Among the favorites, several were dropped from the start, including horseau, which came in 28th place with more than 8 minutes lost.

In Spanish key, Xandre Álvarez He came out 15th. 3:18 of the head, while Diego Mentrida y Nacho Villarruel They did it one minute later.

Cycling completely changes the race

The cycling segment helped to transform the race. Thalmann He maintained his lead at kilometer 55, where he was ahead in 2:13 to a pursuing group led by Damien Le Mesnagerwho once again demonstrated his rolling prowess after his performance at Challenge Mallorca. At that point, Alvarez He was the best Spaniard, filming at 6:39.

Things changed with the arrival of horseauAfter a conservative start, he gradually closed the gap until he caught up with the leaders. The Frenchman completed the sector with an outstanding performance. 4:06:22, getting off first at T2 with more than one minute advantage over Hinrichs y The Messenger.

Horseau shows no mercy in the marathon

In the early stages of the marathon, The Messenger He even managed to overtake Horseau around kilometer 6, but the Frenchman reacted confidently and regained the lead, never to relinquish it.

He ran at a steady, controlled pace to cross the finish line with 7:48:18, signing an authoritative victory.

The podium was decided by the narrowest of margins:
• Almog Elazary (ISR) - 2rd in 7:52:38
• Sebastian Norberg (SWE) - 3rd in 7:52:52

TOP 10 – IRONMAN Cozumel 2025 (Elite Men)

The Spaniards: Méntrida's under-8 debut and Álvarez's solid performance

The Spanish team's performance was one of the highlights of the day. Their debut... Diego Mentrida The IRONMAN distance resulted in a spectacular top 10, stopping the clock in 7:59:21 after a marathon of 2:49:18.

Xandre Álvarez He finished the race in 12th position, while Nacho Villarruel it was 15º and Diego Conde16th.

Peterer is a hit with women

The women's race had little drama in terms of fighting for the win. Lisa Perterer She partially shared the swimming portion with the Colombian Diana Castillo FrancoBut once she got on her bike, she rode off with determination. She scored 47:47 in the water and widened the gap without real opposition.

He won with a solid 8:29:29, more of 21 minutes ahead Sara Svensksecond, and from the Polish Martha Lagownik, third.

The Spanish Carolina Fernández She finished in ninth position, more than an hour after the winner.

TOP 5 – IRONMAN Cozumel 2025 (Elite Women)