Updated: March 02, 2013, 12:00 AM
In pictures: 2013 Abu Dhabi International Triathlon
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, March 2, 2013: Elite female long distance triathletes exit the water during the swim section of the Abu Dhabi International Triathlon in Abu Dhabi on March 2, 2013. Christopher Pike / The National
The Elite male long distance triathletes exit the water while attempting to take the gear off for the next module. Christopher Pike / The National
Fredrick Van Lierde of Belgium leads the pack past the Yas Island F1 circuit in the long distance course. Christopher Pike / The National
Alistair Brownlee went off the route for a while but recovered to win the short course. Christopher Pike / The National
Alistair Brownlee of Britain, the Olympic champion, approaches the finish line of the short course. Christopher Pike / The National
A close supporter encourages a triathlete. Christopher Pike / The National
Fredrick van Lierde of Belgium celebrates racing to victory in Abu Dhabi. Christopher Pike / The National
The 1-2-3: Fredrick van Lierde of Belgium flanked by Eneko Llanos of Spain, left, and Tyler Butterfield of Australia. Christopher Pike / The National
Michelle Vesterby of Denmark is disappointed after finishing third in the female long distance. Christopher Pike / The National