A competitor in an Ironman challenge has died after becoming ill during the swimming part of the gruelling challenge. The athlete, who has not been named, was treated at the scene but died later in hospital.
They had been taking part in the IRONMAN 70.3 Staffordshire race which included a 1.2 mile reservoir swim at Chasewater Country Park, a 56-mile bike ride around the county, and a 13.1 mile run, StokeonTrentLive reports.
In a statement, IRONMAN England said: "We are deeply saddened to confirm the death of a race participant at IRONMAN 70.3 Staffordshire. During the swim portion of the race, safety personnel were alerted to an athlete requiring immediate medical attention.
