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From Sittard to Spain: Why Mitch Kolkman (23) chose a new start in Girona on the road to the LA Games

From Sittard to Spain: Why Mitch Kolkman (23) chose a new start in Girona on the road to the LA Games

Mitch Kolkman, a 23-year-old triathlete from Haarlem, has moved from Sittard to Girona, Spain, to prepare for the upcoming season and the Los Angeles Olympics. Despite his transition to the new training base, his first scheduled race in the Championship Series in Abu Dhabi was recently canceled.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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