Two men have died at an Ironman competition in Ireland.
The men, in their 40s and 60s, were removed from the water by emergency services today in Youghal, Co. Cork.
Irish police said they are attending the scene and the coroner has been notified.
Cork County Council said in a statement it is “deeply saddened over the tragic loss of two race participants during the Ironman 70.3 Ireland, Cork 2023 event in Youghal today”.
The statement added: “Our deepest sympathies go out to the families and friends of the athletes at this incredibly difficult time.”
