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A few words of wisdom from defending champion Andy Potts for 2007 runner-up Oscar Galindez.
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Desiree Ficker gets ready for the race.
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The Hoyts are all smiles and ready to go.
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Making sure that everything is in place.
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A bit of stretching before the gun goes off.
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Andy Potts lead the Pro men out of the water.
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Joanna Zeiger was in a great position after the swim.
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A perfectly placed Terenzo Bozzone just a few steps away from T2.
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Oscar Galindez was looking to step up one spot.
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Andy Potts arrived in T2 with Richie Cunningham.
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Luke McKenzie ended up finishing 7th.
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Julie Dibens pushed the pace on the bike very hard.
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Joanna Zeiger arrives in T2.
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Terenzo Bozzone had a speedy transition and was quickly off to the races.
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Richie Cunningham on his way to 3rd place.
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Reinaldo Colucci was another South American in the top 5.
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Julie Dibens would have to settle for fourth place.
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Becky Lavelle rounded out an all US American podium
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Terenzo Bozzone was very excited about this win.
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An elated Joanna Zeiger wins the 2008 Ironman 70.3 world Championships
