During a heat advisory, racers competed in the Verizon New York City Triathlon, owned and produced by Life Time, on Sunday.

Danilo Pimentel, who is from Brazil, won the race with a winning time of 1:02:10, defeating Andy Krueger of Oregon by 14 seconds.

New Yorker Tyler Sullivan came in eighth, finishing in 1:06:46.

Amy Cymerman was the top female finisher, notching a winning time of 1:08:33.

Due to the heat, organizers shortened the race to keep athletes and race volunteers safe. The biking portion was shortened from 24.8 miles to 12.4 miles. The running portion was shortened from 6.5 miles to 2.5 miles.

“It went great. I had a really good time,” said participant Julia Nomee. “Plus it was shorter, so it was a lot better. I don’t know if it was me but I didn’t feel as hot as I expected, because I’ve done this race before.”

Others were looking forward to the full race.

“I was disappointed, you know, to come down to New York, it would have been nice to have the full one,” said Cathy Connell, who is from the Boston area.

Among the 2400 total participants, racers came from more than 40 states and represented 30 different countries. Their ages ranged from 14 years old to 81 years old.

Organizers said shortening the race was difficult decision, but health and safety was the top priority.

The race was canceled because of weather in 2019, and due to COVID-19 in 2020. Last year, in 2021, the swim portion was canceled because of bacteria concerns in the water. This is the first time since 2018 that racers could complete all three events of the triathlon.

“To just see them cross the finish line and the excitement they have, I don’t know about you, but it just makes me feel so happy for them, but also for the city and for where we are and how we’re coming back and bouncing back from what has really been a crazy last few years," said Life Time employee Natalie Bushaw.

Throughout the course, there were were water stations, misting stations and medical staff available. Participants felt that all in all, the changes made for a great race.

“Definitely happy for the change. Shout out to Life Time. Amazing preparation. Great work. Beautiful coordination,” said participant Srikanth Jangam.