Commonwealth Games: NI's Chloe MacCombe elated by PTVI silver medal
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Chloe MacCombe wins PTVI silver for Northern Ireland
2022 Commonwealth Games |
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Northern Ireland Para-triathlete Chloe MacCombe says "words can't describe" her elation after claiming a sensational silver in the Women's PTVI alongside guide Catherine Sands at the Commonwealth Games.
Claudy's MacCombe produced a blistering run in the final leg to overtake Canada's Jessica Tuomela, finishing in one hour 14 minutes 39 seconds.
The race was won by England's Katie Crowhurst, with MacCombe's twin sister Judith and guide Anne Paul taking fourth in 1:18:30.
"It feels absolutely unreal. Words can't describe it," reflected Chloe, 27.
"I just listened to Catherine and really focused despite the noise of the crowds, it was really good and Catherine was excellent as always."
'Unreal' - MacCombe on winning PTVI silver
The silver is Northern Ireland's second medal of the Birmingham 2022 Games after Para-swimmer Barry McClements claimed bronze in the pool on Friday.
MacCombe was fourth after the swim at Sutton Park, but moved into the medal places on the bike by passing Australia's Erica Burleigh.
"I know that the swim is my weakest out of the three but I just stayed close to Catherine and she guided me through," she continued.
"It's great to have your twin out on the course just to push you on. While I'm disappointed she didn't get on the podium I'm still really proud and we can share the silver medal."