Photo: PTO Opinion Peeling Back the Layers of the PTO US Open Men's Race: What Truly Fueled the Epic Finale We delved deep behind the scenes of the PTO US Open Men’s Race, unveiling the driving forces behind the results, the biases in commentary, and the exhilarating run finishes that will undoubtedly etch their mark in triathlon. By Shawn Smith • 4 min read
Opinion Stalwarts Vs Newcomers: The Triathlon Conundrum The debate intensifies between traditional training stalwarts and innovative newcomers in the world of triathlon. By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Opinion Andrew Messick's Tenure: Navigating the Ironman Group to Unprecedented Growth Under Andrew Messick's leadership, the Ironman Group weathered significant challenges, diversified its event portfolio, and fostered an inclusive triathlon community, setting the stage for future success By Shawn Smith • 5 min read
Opinion A Triathlon Fiesta in Bavaria: Unpacking Challenge Roth Phenomenon The annual Challenge Roth emerges as a thrilling celebration of endurance and spirit, attracting world champions and promising an unforgettable experience for all. By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Photo: Quino Al / Unsplash Opinion The Dilemma of Turning Pro: Weighing the Pros and Cons for Elite Age Group Triathletes Elite age group triathletes face a complex decision when considering turning professional, as they must weigh the financial and personal implications with potential success and support from sponsors. By Phil Stoneman • 2 min read
Opinion The Unforgivable Accident at Ironman Hamburg: Ironman's Clear Neglect of Duty and Safety A tragic collision at the Ironman Hamburg triathlon calls into question the prioritisation of media coverage over athlete safety. By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Opinion The Dark Cloud Over Ironman Hamburg: Examining the Influence of Motorcycles and Drafting on the Race The recent Ironman Hamburg incident highlights concerns over athlete safety and the influence of motorcycles and drafting on race fairness. By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Photo: Pierre Bamin / Unsplash Opinion Data Overreach: The Privacy Line That Shouldn't Be Crossed Unchecked health data collection from triathletes raises troubling privacy concerns, calling for stricter guidelines and respect for personal boundaries By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Opinion Challenging Taboos: Emma Pallant's Empowering Response to Menstruation Stereotypes in Sport Emma Pallant's period photo sparks vital dialogue about the unique challenges and strength of female athletes. By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Photo: Syarafina Yusof Opinion The Game of Truth: Building Genuine Strength in an Athlete True strength in athletic performance comes not from ego, but from the courage to face reality and accept it without resistance. By Grant Giles • 2 min read
Opinion The Implications of Sam Long's Decision to Ditch Coach Dan Plews: A Different Perspective Sam Long's abrupt coach change, despite initial wins, may impact long-term performance due to overlooked training adaptations and nutritional shifts By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Photo: Frida Lannerström / Unsplash Opinion Embracing the Beast: Reflections on Ironman and the Power of the Mind Discover the transformative power of mental resilience and embracing challenges in the Ironman race, as athletes push their limits amid evolving sports technology. By Grant Giles • 2 min read
Photo: Diana Polekhina / Unsplash Opinion How Much Does Recombinant EPO Impact Performance? Erythropoietin (EPO) is a hormone that increases red blood cell production, enhancing endurance performance by improving oxygen delivery to muscles, making it a popular choice for athletes. By Daniel Plews • 6 min read
Photo: Anuj Yadav Opinion Turning Challenges into Growth: The Power of Embracing Adversity in Sports and Beyond Embrace adversity as grist for the mill, learn from it, and transform challenges into opportunities for growth in sport and life. By Grant Giles • 1 min read
Opinion Colin Chartier's Suspension: A Blow to Integrity and an Ongoing Issue in Sports Colin Chartier's suspension for doping highlights ongoing issue of performance-enhancing drug use in sports, raising questions about prize money and the need for a collective effort to maintain integrity. By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Opinion Harnessing the Potential of Local Triathlon Clubs: A Win-Win Sponsorship Strategy for Pro Triathletes Pro triathletes can boost careers through local Triathlon Club partnerships, gaining fan base expansion, brand exposure, authenticity, and stronger sponsor relationships. By Phil Stoneman • 2 min read
Photo by Maud CORREA / Unsplash Opinion The Talent Drought: Coaching in the Age of Information Overload The talent drought is due to a coaching drought resulting in too much noise, little trust, and coaches prioritising directing traffic and telling clients what they want to hear. By Grant Giles • 2 min read
Photo by Mackenzie Marco / Unsplash Opinion Who Owns Triathlon? A Look into the Ownership Structure of Ironman and the Professional Triathletes Organisation Triathlete magazine's article explores the ownership structure of triathlon brands, including Ironman and the Professional Triathletes Organisation. By Shawn Smith • 1 min read
Opinion Gold for Tasmania and a New Challenge A change of pace at Tasmania 70.3 is just what the triathlon needs to bring excitement and challenge back into the game. By Grant Giles • 1 min read
Opinion Building Athlete Brands: The Future of Triathlon Super League Triathlon leads the way in building athlete brands, essential for the growth and success of the sport of triathlon. By Shawn Smith • 1 min read
Opinion RaceRanger: The Future of Fairness in Non-Drafting Triathlons Getting this technology at every race will reduce the heartache for organisers and athletes. By Karl Hayes • 2 min read
Opinion Pro Triathletes Face Tough Decision: Prize Money or Prestige at PTO Asian Tour and 70.3 World Championships Pro triathletes are faced with a difficult decision as the PTO Asian Tour race in Singapore and 70.3 World Championships in Finland. By Shawn Smith • 1 min read
Superleague Arena Games Finals at Marina Bay Singapore. Photo: Paul Miller/Superleague Triathlon. Opinion Super League and Arena Games: Defining the next generation of triathletes Super League and Arena Games have brought back the high energy and compact triathlon which is defining the next generation of triathletes. By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Opinion Overreaching An athlete's mentality of overcoming something also often leads to overreaching on the physical side. By Grant Giles • 5 min read
