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The spectators of Roth, Germany were out in full force cheering on all of the triathletes at Sunday’s Challenge Roth Triathlon. One of those triathletes, Chrissie Wellington, turned in a historical performance by posting a new iron-distance world record time of 8:19:13. See photos from the viewpoint of a fan below.

Click here to read a recap of the race.

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All photos by Ryan Dolan and Matt DiLorenzo.

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