Mark Padgett runs to a thrilling second behind George Town triathlon rival Hayden Armstrong

Andrew Mathieson
Updated December 16 2018 - 8:16pm, first published 5:00pm
ON THE LONG RUN: Fast-finishing Mark Padgett burrows his way through the top of the field towards the line at the George Town Triathlon on Sunday. Pictures: Neil Richardson
ON THE LONG RUN: Fast-finishing Mark Padgett burrows his way through the top of the field towards the line at the George Town Triathlon on Sunday. Pictures: Neil Richardson

Winner Hayden Armstrong deservedly accepted much of the accolades in George Town, but it was a familiar old face that created the real highlight on Sunday pushing hard towards the finish line.

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Andrew Mathieson

Andrew Mathieson

Sports Journalist

The day I realised I wasn't good enough to play for St Kilda or be the No.1 spinner for Australia was when I realised journalism was the closest I could come to follow my passion for sport. And it's not just about the scores for me. It's the back story behind the game.

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