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A Massive Weekend of Racing for Australia’s Elite Triathletes in Leeds and the Gold Coast

Australia's elite triathletes return to international racing and preparation for Tokyo at the WTC and World Para Series in Leeds as well as the Oceania Cup on the Gold Coast.

By Shawn Smith • 3 min read

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What Makes New-Pandemic Runners different from Pre-Pandemic Runners?

Run Repeat drew an interesting comparison between pre-pandemic and new-pandemic runners which highlighted their racing interest, motivations and preferences

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

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Ironman Asia-Pacific Championship: Who will Shine in Cairns in 2021?

The 2021 Ironman Cairns will mark its 10th Anniversary. Alongside the front runners of last year, aspiring young racers and seasoned triathletes, all pumped up for the race in paradise. Here's are our review of the men's and women's top pro's.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

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Challenge St. Polten: Frederic Funk prevails and Anne Haug strikes after thrilling run

A perfect day Austria for Challenge St. Polten as Frederic Funk won from wtart to finish in a time of 3:44:49. In the women's race it was exciting Anne Haug managed to overtake Imogen Simmonds and win by 13 seconds.

By Shawn Smith • 4 min read

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The PTO Partners With British Triathlon To Support The Dorney Triathlon On 13th June

The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) has announced that it has partnered with British Triathlon to provide a professional prize purse along with media and marketing support for the Dorney Triathlon on 13th June.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

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Patrick Lange and Daniela Ryf claim victories at Ironman North American Championship in Tulsa

Past Ironman World Champions Patrick Lange and Daniela Ryf claim victories at Ironman North American championship in Tulsa.

By Shawn Smith • 4 min read

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Ironman Foundation Rolls Out Community Engagement Efforts at Ironman North American Championship In Tulsa

Ironman Foundation rolls out community engagement efforts for its Race For Change diversity initiative at Ironman North American Championship in Tulsa.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

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A First Time for Everything for Eric Lagerstrom

After 20 years in triathlon, Eric Lagerstrom finally found XTERRA. And what a debut it was.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

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Ironman VR Team Challenge Enters The Final Week Of Showcasing The Asia Pacific Region

Team Sam Sakai clinches the second week of competition in the Asia Pacific portion of the IRONMAN VR Team Challenge; Team Ines Santiago in second and Team Melissa Urie in third place.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

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New York City Triathlon Returns and also Includes New Distance and Virtual Options

The New York City Triathlon is set to return on Sunday 11th July. This is one of first athletic events to return to the city.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

Adventures

Extreme athlete Jonas Deichmann completes leg two of his Triathlon around the world and future route still uncertain

German adventurer Jonas Deichmann has completed leg 2 of his Triathlon around the world and reached Vladivostok after 17,000 km and a challenging winter crossing of Russia by bicycle. He had started his circumnavigation despite the Covid pandemic. His further route is still uncertain as he is facing

By Shawn Smith • 3 min read

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Records Tumble for Trautman and Watkinson at the 2021 Race2Stanford

Both Matt Trautman and Annah Watkinson set new course records for the half-IRONMAN distance Race2Stanford triathlon on their way to victory. The event, which takes place on South Africa’s south coast features a challenging ocean swim, a gruelling bike leg and a mercifully flat run as it takes athlet

By Shawn Smith • 4 min read

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Katie Kelly strikes gold at Yokohama season opener

Katie Kelly has made no secret of her intentions for the 2021 season in her return to World Triathlon Para Series in Yokohama taking victory and valuable Paralympic Qualification points in the Women’s PTVI class.

By Shawn Smith • 1 min read

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Is Vincent Luis the man to beat at season opener in Yokohama?

Vincent Luis is certainly the man to beat in this weekends WTS season opener in Yokohama.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

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This is how US triathletes qualify for the Tokyo Olympics

The final auto-selection event for the U.S. Olympic Triathlon Team is this week in Yokohama. Here’s what you need to know.

By Shawn Smith • 5 min read

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Natascha Badmann And Carlos Moleda To Be Inducted Into Ironman Hall Of Fame

Multi-time professional IRONMAN World Champion, Natascha Badmann, and pioneer of hand cycling racing, Carlos Moleda, honored for their achievements and contributions to IRONMAN and the sport of triathlon and will be inducted into the hall of fame.

By Shawn Smith • 4 min read

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What Is Old Is New Again As Ironman 70.3 Timberman Returns

The historical IRONMAN 70.3 Timberman triathlon returns to Lakes Region of New Hampshire on 22 August, 2021

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

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USA Triathlon Announces Winners of 2020 Multisport Awards

USA Triathlon announced the winners of the 2020 Multisport Awards presented. Honorees displayed sportsmanship and service while fueling the multisport lifestyle in 2020. Congratulations to all recipients.

By Shawn Smith • 5 min read

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Aussies Ready for World Triathlon Racing Return

Six Australians will don the green and gold in Yokohama this Saturday, as the international season gets underway with the World Triathlon Championship (WTC) series and World Triathlon Para Series kicking off in Yokohama, Japan.

By Shawn Smith • 3 min read

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Javier Gomez and Romina Palacio Balena win Challenge Cancun

Challenge Cancun was a very hot and humid race with Javier Gomez winning in a time of 3:46:36 and Romina Palacio Balena with a 4:34:32.

By Shawn Smith • 3 min read

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Challenge Taiwan celebrates 10th anniversary with Asia-Pacific Championship 2022

Challenge Asia-Pacific Championship to be hosted in Taiwan in 2022 as part of the 10th anniversary celebrations.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read

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Challenge Riccione: Thomas Steger claims victory, Sarissa de Vries shows her power once again

Victory at Challenge Riccione for Austrian Thomas Steger wins thanks to an incredibly strong running with a 3:52:34. In the womens race Sarissa de Vries won comfortably with a 4:23:16.

By Shawn Smith • 4 min read

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Collins Cup Explainer

Everything you need to know about the Collins Cup from how to qualify to the race format. Get ready for great racing.

By Shawn Smith • 1 min read

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PTO Partners With British Triathlon To Support Outlaw Half Holkham

PTO today announced that it has partnered with British Triathlon to provide a professional prize support for the Outlaw Half Holkham.

By Shawn Smith • 2 min read