Two men die competing in Ironman competition in Cork

Both men, one aged in his 60s and one aged in his 40s, were taking part in the swim when they died

Some of the athletes starting IRONMAN Ireland Cork, hosted by Cork County Council, in Youghal, Co Cork. Picture: John Hennessy

Two men have died while participating in Youghal’s Ironman triathlon.

Both men, one aged in his 60s and one aged in his 40s, were taking part in the swim when they got into difficulties.