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Triathlon coach training for Ironman fights off alligator attack during practice swim
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· August 25, 2026
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Key points The victim, a 31-year-old coach, was in the water with athletes he trains. A practice swim turned into a fight for survival when an alligator attacked.
A practice swim turned into a fight for survival when an alligator attacked. The victim, a 31-year-old coach, was in the water with athletes he trains. They were preparing for an upcoming event by simulating the experience.
The group had entered the river as part of their training. Details about the incident are available from the source, including the coach's account of what happened.
The coach and his athletes were at the location to rehearse the upcoming event, which includes swimming, biking, and running.
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Category: News Published: August 25, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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