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Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee reveals future plans after stunning marathon performance

Alex Yee is now the second-fastest Brit ever over the marathon distance
Alex Yee is now the second-fastest Brit ever over the marathon distance (Getty Images)
  • Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee achieved the second-fastest British marathon time in history in Valencia on Sunday.
  • He completed the race in 2:06:38, placing him behind Sir Mo Farah in the all-time national rankings.
  • This performance marked a personal best by four minutes and 30 seconds, significantly improving on his London marathon debut.
  • Yee stated his intention to return to triathlon, the sport in which he holds world and Olympic titles, in preparation for 2026.
  • Despite his focus on triathlon, Yee has not dismissed the possibility of competing in marathons again in the future.
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