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Challenge Family announces Roth rewards programme

Age group athletes now have the chance to secure a guaranteed spot at DATEV CHALLENGEROTH with today's announcement of CHALLENGEFAMILY Europe's Roth Rewards Programme. With entries selling out in seconds, CHALLENGEROTH is one of the world's most sought after races and now athletes

By Karl Hayes • 1 min read

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Dirk Bockel and Michelle Vesterby win Challenge Denmark

Dirk Bockel (LUX) was across the finish line at the first ever CHALLENGEDENMARK while local, Michelle Vesterby (DEN) took out the women's race held in the Danish cities of Herning and Billund. Having recently battled a hip injury, Bockel was ecstatic with the win. "I proved today that I

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

Kevin Collington and Meredith Kessler win Challenge Williamsburg

14th June 2015 CHALLENGE WILLIAMSBURG delivered a doozy of a day, with 90 degree “feels like 100” heat and sweltering humidity that turned the run course into a war of attrition befitting the historic setting. Those that ultimately triumphed did so through calm, calculated efforts, knowing that

By Karl Hayes • 4 min read

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Elite Energy triseries expands to 10 multisport weekends in the 2015-2016 season

If you are a NSW based triathlete now is the time to start looking at next seasons races. One of the best experiences is the triseries run by Elite Energy. This New South Wales based triathlon series grew substantially this season and next season will see new exciting locations added with new event

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

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Brad Kahlefeldt and Simone Braendli win Challenge Camsur

Australian Brad Kahlefeldt and Swiss Simone Braendli endured the scorching heat of the Philippines summer to emerge at the top of the podium in the inaugural Yellow Cab CHALLENGECAMSUR today, June 14. The Australian Olympian snatched his first Yellow Cab CHALLENGEPHILIPPINES title in pro men's

By Karl Hayes • 3 min read

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Sam Appleton and Caroline Steffen win Flight Centre Active Travel IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns

The student handed out a lesson to his teachers when Sam Appleton dominated today's Flight Centre Active Travel IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns. Meanwhile the Australian-based Swiss star Caroline Steffen was in a class of her own claiming her 17th IRONMAN 70.3 title in Cairns today. Men's Race Apple

By Karl Hayes • 3 min read

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Pro Race preview: Flight Centre Active Travel IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns

Rising star Sam Appleton aims to solidify his status, while Caroline Steffen seeks redemption and victory in the highly anticipated IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns on Sunday.

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

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Luke Mckenzie And Liz Blatchford Looking To Repeat Their 2013 Year With Wins At Ironman Cairns

Australians Luke McKenzie and Liz Blatchford have gone back to the future in their bids for world championship success. Both are replicating their 2013 preparation which saw McKenzie finish second in Hawaii and Blatchford third, as they prepare for the Cairns Airport IRONMAN ® Cairns on Sunday. Two years ago McKenzie

By Karl Hayes • 3 min read

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Challenge Galway announced

CHALLENGEFAMILY has announced the latest addition to its triathlon family “the much awaited CHALLENGEGALWAY in Ireland, taking place on 24-26 June 2016. CHALLENGEGALWAY will be a full festival of triathlon with a series of events running over the weekend for all ages and abilities: from first timers, to the professional

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

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Peter, Michael, Troy and Luke Nesbitt racing Ironman Cairns

For Peter Nesbitt and his brothers Michael and Troy, IRONMAN events have become a cherished family tradition, fostering weekly communication and annual reunions through their shared passion for triathlon.

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

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Ironman Expands into the Middle East with Bahrain and Dubai to host IRONMAN 70.3 races

TAMPA, Fla. (June 8, 2015) “IRONMAN announced today the expansion of its iconic triathlon series into the Middle East for the first time, with two new IRONMAN 70.3 races in both Bahrain and Dubai. The IRONMAN Middle East Series will launch with the IRONMAN 70.3 Middle East Championship

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

$10m expansion to the world class Thanyapura Sports Resort in Phuket, Thailand

Phuket News Release: June 8, 2015 – Asia's leading world-class sports training and coaching facility, Thanyapura Phuket, is to invest an additional 300 million baht (about US$10 million) in an expansion plan that will significantly further strengthen its status as the leading Sports Hub

By Karl Hayes • 3 min read

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Bahrain Endurance Team racing around the world

As the sun rises across the International Date Line, James Cunnama is first up as he toes the line at the Coral Coast 5150 in Queensland, Australia. Fresh off a heavy training block in Thailand with his coach Chris “Macca” McCormack, James will be spoiling for action as he tunes up for Ironman C

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

Cairns Airport Ironman Father and Daughter Time

At the Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns on June 14, Eltham's Peter Inge will be in the unique position of not only watching his daughter Pip finish her first IRONMAN event, he will be finishing it with her. A few years ago Pip watched her Dad morph from a 5km social runner into an IRONMAN. To [&h

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

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Joe Gambles (AUS) and Marina Damlaimcourt (ESP) win Challenge Salou

PortAventura CHALLENGESALOU has its first champions. Joe Gambles (AUS) and Marina Damlaimcourt (ESP) have written their names in gold letters on the first page of the event's history.

By Karl Hayes • 1 min read

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Alistair Brownlee kicks down early to run away with the 2015 ITU World Triathlon London

Making his home country proud, Alistair Brownlee (GBR) captured a breakaway win at the 2015 ITU World Triathlon London on Sunday. With the familiar crowd cheering him on in Hyde Park as he crossed the finish line at 50:39, the Brit was able to tally his second WTS victory of the season.

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

Interviews

Courtney Home: The Chicago-Born Chocolate-Loving Triathlete with Kona in Sight

At 21, Courtney juggles Ironman training, chocolate-shop work, and studies, all fueled by big dreams of conquering Kona.

By Karl Hayes • 7 min read

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Matt Hanson breaks men’s course record as Angela Naeth takes out the women’s Memorial Hermann Ironman Texas

Matt Hanson (USA) and Angela Naeth (CAN) battled through hot and humid Texas conditions on their way to titles at today's Memorial Hermann IRONMAN North American Championship Texas triathlon presented by Waste Management. Hanson set a course record finishing in 08:07:03, while Naeth claimed vi

By Karl Hayes • 3 min read

Interviews

Dylan Hill: Tasmania's Rising Pro Tri Star

From a dizzy Aquathlon start to a pro license, Dylan Hill’s relentless drive sets him on a thrilling path in elite triathlon.

By Karl Hayes • 6 min read

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Ashleigh Gentle and Emma Moffatt back to brilliant best in Yokohama

Ashleigh Gentle and Emma Moffatt back to brilliant best in Yokohama

By Karl Hayes • 3 min read

How To

3 Common Triathlon Bike Setup Mistakes

Commonly, a reason for cramping in certain muscles is directly associated with an incorrect position or setup on the bike. There are many reasons athletes cramp on the run during triathlon. Incorrect pacing and poor technique excessively load up muscles and contribute to debilitating cramps. Aware o

By Karl Hayes • 4 min read

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Bahrain Endurance Team athletes announced

The team's management has announced the all-star list of athletes comprising the Bahrain Endurance Team. After much anticipation the members of the Bahrain Endurance Team have been officially announced today. The 13 athletes comprising the Bahrain Endurance 13 elite team handpicked by His High

By Karl Hayes • 2 min read

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Paul Amborse and Michelle Bremer win Toyota Ironman Australia 2015

Paul Ambrose secured his second IRONMAN Australia title, holding off Luke Bell, while Michelle Bremer overcame injuries to claim her second IRONMAN crown, celebrating a victorious day for both athletes.

By Karl Hayes • 5 min read

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Sam Appleton and Felicity Sheedy-Ryan win Ironman 70.3 Busselton

Sam Appleton edged out Terenzo Bozzone in the final 3km, while Felicity Sheedy-Ryan secured victory over Liz Blatchford with a strong run at the Busselton Triathlon.

By Karl Hayes • 3 min read