Erin Densham (born 3 May 1985 in

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) is an Australian professional triathlete and bronze medallist in the

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Early life

Erin Densham attended the Ruse Public School and the John Therry Catholic High School. She holds a degree in Fitness (Certificate III) and lives in

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, Australia.

Career

In 2008, Densham competed in the

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and came 22nd. In 2009, Densham was seriously hampered by heart problems and

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. In Des Moines (Hy-Vee) Densham had to be dragged from the water. In 2010, Densham is also one of the many international elite guest stars representing French clubs at the prestigious French Club Championship Series ''Lyonnaise des Eaux''. At the opening circuit in Dunkirk on 23 May 2010, for instance, Densham placed 2nd and thus was the best triathlete of ''Poissy Tri,'' which thanks to her won the Dunkirk club ranking.

ITU competitions

In the seven years from 2004 to 2010, Densham took part in 44 ITU competitions and achieved 22 top ten positions, amongst which were eight gold medals.

Gallery

File:Erin Densham, Australia.jpg, Densham in the World Championships in Stockholm, 2012 File:Erin Densham Paris2011.jpg, Densham at the Grand Prix triathlon in Paris, 2011. File:Erin Densham 1.jpg, Densham with the gold medal at the Premium European Cup triathlon in Brasschaat, 2010. File:Erin Densham 4.jpg, Densham crossing the finish line first, Brasschaat 2010.

References

External links

Triathlon Australia
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