Esther overcomes biggest fear to clinch title on home soil


PETALING JAYA: National triathlete Esther Joy Chen stole the show at the World Triathlon Development Regional Cup, delivering a dramatic comeback to clinch the women’s title on home soil – her second international triumph in just two months.

Racing in front of a supportive local crowd at the scenic Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) campus in Kampar, the 22-year-old overcame her biggest fear – the swim – before powering through the bike and producing a storming final surge on the run to snatch a memorable victory.

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