Canadian contender's race in pictures
Canadians Paula Findlay, left, and Kathy Tremblay of Canada make the first transition in triathlon competition at the 2012 Olympic Games in London on August 4, 2012.Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press
Despite falling behind early during the swimming leg of the event, pre-race favourite Findlay felt she had a chance to make up ground. But during the cycling leg reality started to sink in.TIM WIMBORNE/Reuters
After experiencing dizziness in the first lap of the 10-kilometre run, Findlay stopped to speak with team doctor Steve Keeler.Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press
Keeler encourages Findlay to finish the race.Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press
Findlay resumes running after her talk with team doctor Steve Keeler.Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press
Hyde Park crowds continued to encourage Findlay, despite her falling into last place in the event.Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press
A distraught Findlay was the final athlete to finish the race, in a time that was more than 12 minutes behind the gold medal winner. Her teammate Tremblay was unable to finish after a bike crash.TIM WIMBORNE/Reuters