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Congrats on your first triathlon! That is a very decent time and looks like you are solid on the swim and bike. Put in a good winter of run training and you'll be smashing a sub-90min next year.
For me, this was probably my last triathlon. Swimming just isn't my thing and yesterday I was reminded why rolling swim starts are nicer than mass starts! Despite swimming 3.8km only 2 weeks ago, after about 200m in the docks (disgusting compared to Lake Zurich) I wanted to grab a kayak and drop out of the race. :D
Once the washing machine (as you accurately described it) stopped spinning I finally got into my usual (slow) rhythm and made it through.
Physically and mentally, my heart just wasn't in it. I thought I'd be feeling super strong but I was still feeling weakened from the full Ironman. Still, I'm happy with my performance considering.