Our man Karsten Täschner was also on the ground at the 2015 Challenge Roth, and here are some pictures he captured.

The second wave (women) is now off.

Harry Wiltshire and Henry Beck battled for the swim finish, with Wiltshire getting the upper hand.

Laura Bennett's 47:38 swim placed her among the top 10 pro men getting on the bike.

Early in the morning while everyone is still at the swim, the Solarer Berg approach is very quiet.

David Dellow shows us that it is not easy.

Andrew Starykowicz had a surprisingly slow swim and had to chase the front bunch.

Timo Bracht had his work cut out for him as the defending champion.

Stefan Schmid steadily worked his way to the front and an 8:11:04 (5th place) finish.

By mid morning the fans were out in full force.

Anja Beranek led the women's race most of the day, and in the end was rewarded with the German long distance title.

Aboard a new Simplon bike,
Yvonne Van Vlerken recorded the fastest women's bike split of 4:47:34.

No need to watch the Tour de France on TV when you can experience this race live.

Nils Frommhold got away from the front bunch and reached T2 with a solid lead.

David Dellow commented at the press conference that in Australia, people walking their dogs along the course are considered spectators. This gentleman in Roth should certainly be included.

Possibly the most distinctive race outfit at the 2015 Challenge Roth.

These British fans found a visible spot to wait for their athlete.

Yvonne Van Vlerken reeled in Anja Beranek and held off Carrie Lester.

David Dellow ran in second place until late in the run, but he was still pleased with his 3rd place finish.

Champagne for the men on the podium.

Runner-up Carrie Lester gives herself an Erdinger beer shower after finishing second.