German triathlete Lisa Tertsch was the toast of her country and the people of Wollongong on Sunday.

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Not only was Tertsch crowned World Triathlon Elite Women's Triathlon Championship Finals Wollongong champion, but the 26-year-old also claimed the overall title after her brilliant win in Wollongong.

"I'm still a little bit overwhelmed and trying to digest it," Tertsch said after finishing first past the post in a time of 1 hour 56 minutes 49.9.

"I've worked hard all year, but I also had my fair share of difficulties, so to have it all work ou

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