That family members are just a few metres away when a champion crosses a triathlon finish line is something that sets the sport apart from many high-level competitions. Article content

Late on Sunday morning, Alex Girard’s wife Kristina, one of his three children and even family newcomer Wesley the golden retriever were close by when he won the Cornwall Triathlon’s main event , as a splendid 2025 season continues for the firefighter with the Ottawa Fire Service. Article content Article content

“To have a year like this, it’s nice,” said the Cornwall Olympic Triathlon champ, who’s now won all three races he’s competed in this summer.

Olympic triathlon winner Alex Girard crosses the finish line at the Cornwalll Triathlon on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025, in Cornwall, Ont. Photo by Todd Ha

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