2014 Kona Men’s Race

Sebastian Kienle (GER) rode away from the group and then turned in a solid marathon to claim his first Ironman World Championship title.

Photo: John David Becker

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Ironman’s marquee event is the Ironman World Championship. Photo: John David Becker
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Andy Potts was technically the first out of the swim in 50:56, but Jan Frodeno came across the mat just one second later.
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After the turnaround point at Hawi, Maik Twelsiak took charge ahead of fellow German Sebastian Kienle.
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2013 world champion Frederik Van Lierde looks back at the bike group.
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After the turnaround at Hawi
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Kienle made his move after the turnaround at Hawi.
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American Ben Hoffman executed a smart, controlled race to take second.
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Australian Paul Matthews
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Frederik Van Lierde will compete Sunday in South Africa. Photo: John David Becker
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Sebastian Kienle grabbed his first Ironman world title. Photo: John David Becker
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Frommhold crosses the finish line at the 2014 Ironman World Championship in sixth place. Photo: John David Becker
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Weiss is coming off of a 16th-place finish in Kona. Photo: John David Becker
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Sebastian Kienle (GER) rode away from the group and then turned in a solid marathon to claim his first Ironman World Championship title. Read the race recap.

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