There's no holding Melinda Vernon back

By Shane Desiatnik
Updated February 10 2015 - 3:09pm, first published 12:00am
Melinda Vernon in action at a triathlon in Europe. Photo: Delly Carr, sportsphotography.com.au
Melinda Vernon in action at a triathlon in Europe. Photo: Delly Carr, sportsphotography.com.au
Melinda Vernon (left) representing Australia in Europe. Photo: Delly Carr, sportsphotography.com.au
Melinda Vernon (left) representing Australia in Europe. Photo: Delly Carr, sportsphotography.com.au

Pursuing a different sport mid-career and rising to the top 100 in its world rankings in less than a year would be a remarkable achievement for any athlete.

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