The 2024 Tri Series at Waterworld in Hamilton delivered an intense and thrilling weekend of match racing, showcasing the talents of athletes from New Zealand, Western Australia and Victoria. Alfie Weatherston Harvey (Kiwi), Caleb Ludlow (Alexandra), and Charlotte Aburn (Neptune) proudly represented their clubs and Otago.

Caleb Ludlow emerged as the top male points scorer for Team White, while Team Black, featuring Aburn, pushed hard to challenge Team Victoria, who secured back-to-back victories in the match-racing format.

Photo: Swimming NZ.

The event spanned three days, with Team Victoria narrowly defeating Team Black in a series of closely contested races. The Tri Series emphasised team points, pushing athletes to compete multiple times per session across five matches, encouraging them to deliver their best efforts in every race. Points were awarded not only for race placings but also for executing event-specific skills and breaking Tri Series records, adding an extra layer of excitement. This unique format fostered team spirit and development as athletes faced quality opposition and rose to the challenge in a dynamic and competitive environment.

Congratulations to you all! 

Check out the competition wrap-up from Swimming NZ Victoria Go Back-to-Back at Tri Series (swimmingnz.org) and the photos here 2024 Tri Series (playbook.com)!

Article added: Tuesday, 8 October 2024