Djenyfer Arnold is the Ironman 70.3 champion from Florianópolis

Djenyfer Arnold won the Ironman 70.3 of Florianópolis on Sunday morning (18), the race was played in Jurerê Internacional, in the north of the island. The Santa Catarina triathlete is qualified for the world championship in 2027, which will be held in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in the United States.

Djenyfer, who participated in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, finished the race in 4:03:56. Also winner last year in the Floripa stage, São Bentense valued the dispute in Santa Catarina territory.

"Without a doubt, it is different to compete here in Florianópolis, mainly because I lived here for 10 years, so every point that passes ends up knowing where it is. Having the support of the fans and hearing my name all the way makes a difference. It's very good to compete at home,” said the triathlete.

The runner-up was Vittoria Lopes, who won the gold medal at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru. The triathlete completed the race in 4:08:18. Finally, Julie Iemmolo from France completed the podium with 4:16:41.

The concentration of professionals in Florianópolis was part of a new circuit strategy in Brazil. While the Santa Catarina stage was dedicated exclusively to women, Ironman 70.3 Sergipe will bring together only male professionals. In 2027, the format will be reversed, ensuring alternation between headquarters.

See the participation of champion Djenyfer Arnold in the Ironman

70.3 Brasilia 2025 – 1st place: 04h01min33s 70.3 São Paulo 2025 – 1st place: 04h14min02s 70.3 Florianopolis 2025 – 1st place: 04h00min56s 70.3 World Championship 2025 – 19th place: 04h35min26s 70.3 Brasilia 2026 – 1st place: 03h55min41s 70.3 Rio de Janeiro 2026 – 1st place: 04h14min15s 70.3 Florianópolis 2026 – 1st place: 4h03min56s

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