Miguel Hidalgo produced a magnificent performance in the second World Triathlon Champion Series event of the season. The Brazilian pushed for victory in Yokohama, but eventually had to settle for silver after a hard fought battle for the title (1:39:08). Matt Hauser came out on top (AUS; 01:38:48) with Luke Willian rounding out the podium (AUS; 01:39:16).

Hidalgo had a fantastic race throughout. A tough swim made for early selection, with Miguel attentively in the front, exiting the water in 4th. The front group of 6 worked strongly together extending their lead lap by lap to 1’13 at the halfway mark. The Brazilian stormed into transition in second place and started the run to battle for victory. After a tremendous final 10k pushing for the win, the Bianchi Pro Triathlete eventually had to settle, with Hauser taking the win and Miguel taking a magnificent second. Big WTCS points on the board, moving Hidalgo to 4th in the World rankings.

Very happy

Afterwards Miguel relfected on his performance: “I really embraced who I am racing against. It was a nice one pushing hard on the bike, taking long turns until we opened a1'30" gap. For the run I just think I might have been able to push harder in the opening stages. We do it all over in two weeks time in Alghero and I am really looking forward to take up the batlle and fight for the win.”