Brownlee brothers coming to Jersey for elite triathlon

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Tuesday 18 July 2017 at 11:12am

The Brownlee brothers created emotional scenes in the World Triathlon Series in Mexico, when Alistair helped Jonathan over the finish line. Credit: PA Images

The world's best triathletes, including the Brownlee brothers, will be coming to Jersey in September for one of the biggest sporting events the island has ever hosted.

Super League Triathlon features the best competitors in its sport and comes with a worldwide television audience in excess of 350 million.

The event will cost £1.3 million to put on, with the States contributing a £200,000 grant, whilst corporate sponsorship and fundraising by Jersey's triathlon community has raised £800,000.

The shortfall will be made up by Super League Triathlon.

Former world champion and last year's Olympic silver medalist, Jonny Brownlee, is looking forward to competing in Jersey.

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