Defending champion Braden Currie fighting fit for Ironman New Zealand

Defending Ironman New Zealand champion Braden Currie won’t let the flu stop him in his quest for another title.

The Kiwi heads a strong men's line-up set to compete in Saturday's event as it celebrates 20 years in Taupo in its 35-year history.

Currie skipped Coast to Coast in preparation for Ironman New Zealand and is looking forward to finally getting underway.

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