Buffalo Springs Lake Triathlon
Lubbock, Texas
Sunday, June 30, 2002
1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run

James Bonney set a new course record in Lubbock, breaking the old record by more 94 seconds. The conditions weren't quite as hot and windy at Buffalo Springs, and Bonney took advantage, beating the nearest pro man by over 30 minutes.

Australian Chris Legh was in second when he crashed descending the spiral staircase, the trickiest descent on the course. Legh was in second at the time. Defending champion Michael Lovato was in third, and he crashed in the same spot that Legh did. A patch of oil on the road is believed to be the culprit. Legh flatted when he crashed, but he was able to continue until he flatted again. Lovato suffered significant road rash, but he continued and was able to finish the race, although more than 3 hours slower than normal.

Judith McSweeney was the fastest pro woman, beating second place pro Eva Mathuta by 15 minutes. Paula Newby-Fraser was expected at the race, however a mountain biking injury prevented her from making the trip.

Below are unofficial results of the pro finishers.