More than 2,000 people sprinted, pedaled and rowed in Eppie’s Great Race today, with veteran Vic Vicari, fresh face Diana Hellman and a group named “Vitek Vikings” seizing the honors of Ironman, Ironwoman and the team champion.

“The World’s Oldest Triathlon” consists of a 5.82-mile run and a 12.5-mile bike ride along the American River Parkway trail, and a 6.35-mile paddle on the river. Since its origin in 1974, organizers have presented about $970,000 to the race’s primary beneficiary, Sacramento County Therapeutic Recreation Services.