Aussie wins inaugural event in Putrajaya despite taxing humid conditions

Volunteers and supporters cheering on (from left) Warren Lim, Malcalm Chew Wai Hoe and Knut Haug as they approach the finishing area of the race.

AUSTRALIA’s Brad Kahlefeldt stole the show at the inaugural Ironman 70.3 Putrajaya when he completed the gruelling race ahead of a strong field.

The 34-year-old started off in the professional category with a 1.9km swim followed by a 90km cycling before hitting the road around Precinct 2 for a half-marathon distance.