Rio 2016 Olympic Games: Gwen Jorgensen wins triathlon

Omnisports 07:20 - 18 August 2016

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Rio 2016 Olympic Games: Gwen Jorgensen lived up to her tag as favourite as the American claimed gold in the women's triathlon at Rio 2016.

Gwen Jorgensen lived up to her billing as favourite with victory in the women's triathlon at Rio 2016 on Saturday.

The field remained tightly bunched until the final element and it was in the run that Jorgensen pulled clear to finish ahead of 2012 champion Nicola Spirig.

Vicky Holland just edged fellow Briton Non Stanford off the podium in third spot.

Jorgensen's triumph represents USA's first triathlon gold, with the sport having first appeared at the Games in 2000.