Where did the Brownlee brothers finish?
Jonny Brownlee’s long wait for Olympic gold ends as he steps out of his brother’s shadow. I n his last Olympic race, Jonny Brownlee finally ended his wait for gold. Third in London and second in Rio, he had too often played the role of Alistair’s younger brother.
Which Brownlee brother carried the other over the line?
Jonny
Alistair Brownlee gives up chance to win triathlon and helps brother over line. A dazed Jonny Brownlee was helped over the line by his brother Alistair, who shunned the chance to win the race to come to the aid of his younger sibling in a dramatic end to the World Triathlon Series in Cozumel, Mexico.
Are the brownlees twins?
His younger brother Jonathan Brownlee is also a triathlete, winning the bronze medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics, the silver medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics, and a gold medal in the mixed relay triathlon at the 2020 Summer Olympics and his youngest brother Edward is also a keen sportsman but prefers rugby and water …
Which is the most successful Brownlee brother?
Alistair Brownlee, the elder brownlee brother is the only athlete to hold two Olympic titles, winning gold medals in 2012 and 2016 Olympics.
Is Alistair Brownlee retiring?
The 33-year-old Alistair Brownlee is now expected to concentrate on longer races, including the ironman. “I think Ali is relieved the whole process is over now, the last few months have been turmoil for him with his injury, and he can now focus on surgery and rehabilitation,” said Jonny Bronwlee.
Why is Alistair Brownlee not in the Olympics?
The 33-year-old Brownlee, who won Olympic gold medals in 2012 and 2016, now appears certain to miss the Tokyo Games after being penalised for “ducking” rival Chase McQueen as they swam. The triathlon involves swimming, cycling and running.
Why is Alistair Brownlee not at the Olympics?
But after his disqualification he indicated that he would be having ankle surgery rather than trying to go to Tokyo. Brownlee’s decision came after he was judged to have pushed the American Chase McQueen under the water and disqualified for unsportsmanlike conduct, although he later insisted it was accidental.
Who is the older Brownlee brother?
Alistair Brownlee
His older brother Alistair Brownlee holds two Olympic titles in the triathlon event (2012, 2016), and is a two-time Triathlon World Champion (2009, 2011). His younger brother Edward, who was a very successful academic, is also a keen sportsman, but prefers rugby and water polo over the triathlon.
Why is Alistair Brownlee not at Tokyo?
The double Olympic champion has been struggling with an ankle injury and in recent years, focused on longer distance triathlon before making an attempt to make the team.