Two males have died at an Ironman competitors in Ireland.

The males, of their 40s and 60s, bought into issue throughout the swimming leg of the race in Youghal, Co. Cork this morning. They had been faraway from the water by emergency companies.

Irish police stated they're attending the scene and the coroner has been notified.

The occasion had been postponed from Saturday resulting from flooding and dangerous course situations after Storm Betty.

In a press release the occasion organisers stated: "We are deeply saddened to substantiate the loss of life of two race individuals on the Ironman 70.3 Ireland, Cork 2023.

"During the swim portion of Sunday's race, safety personnel provided immediate medical attention upon recognising the athletes were in need of assistance.

"We share our biggest sympathies with the households and buddies of the athletes and can proceed to supply them our assist as they undergo this very tough time.

"We thank the safety personnel and first responders who worked quickly to provide the athletes with medical assistance.

"In respect of the households and athletes' privateness, we could have no additional remark."

Cork County Council stated in a press release it's "deeply saddened over the tragic loss of two race participants during the Ironman 70.3 Ireland, Cork 2023 event in Youghal today".

The assertion added: "Our deepest sympathies go out to the families and friends of the athletes at this incredibly difficult time."

The occasion consisted of a swim in Youghal Bay, a 90km bike course and a 21.1km run.

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