Julie Iemmolo Evaluates Bike Strategy for 70.3 Floripa
The French triathlete highlights the fast Florianópolis course and plans to adjust her pace following the swim leg.
Familiar with the local roads, Julie Iemmolo anticipates a fast race at IRONMAN 70.3 Florianópolis. The French triathlete revealed that she will adjust her bike strategy based on the swim outcome and how she feels during the race.
Familiar with the roads of Santa Catarina's capital after competing in IRONMAN Brazil, French triathlete Julie Iemmolo outlined her approach for the 90 km bike leg at the Nubank Ultravioleta IRONMAN 70.3 Florianópolis 2026.
Tactical adaptability and speed on the road
Asked during the press conference about the possibility of going all-in on the bike segment, Julie emphasized that she intends to remain tactically flexible. The athlete explained that her positioning on the bike will depend directly on how the race unfolds during the swim and her physical condition upon reaching transition.
Despite a cautious race plan, Iemmolo highlighted the characteristic speed of the Florianópolis course. The triathlete expressed enthusiasm for settling into her aero position and taking advantage of the fast layout, focusing on sustaining a strong pace throughout the entire bike leg.
