Monday 17 Sep 2018
Two-time IRONMAN world champion (1996 and 1999) Luc Van Lierde has pushed young American charge Rodolph Von Berg to better his biking as the primary aim since taking over the youngster's coaching last year. The 24-year-old showed it's a winning strategy, taking the inaugural title at IRONMAN 70.3 Nice, which will host the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship next year. The victory was secured with a 2:21 bike over the famed and fabled climbs through the villages above Nice. Von Berg finished the ride more
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Monday 17 Sep 2018
Vincent Luis capped a brilliant day for France on the Gold Coast on Sunday afternoon, following the team’s U23-Junior Mixed Relay World title with a WTS gold of his own on a blowy afternoon in Brisbane. Mario Mola’s own place in the sport’s history books was rarely in doubt as he crossed the line in second place looking typically assured on route to securing a remarkable third Series win. South Africa’s Richard Murray crossed the line for a hard-earned bronze, while Jacob Birtwhistle’s 7th place more
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Monday 17 Sep 2018
Josiah Middaugh from Eagle-Vail, Colorado and Lesley Paterson from Scotland captured the 15th annual XTERRA Pan American off-road triathlon elite titles on a beautiful morning at Snowbasin Resort near Ogden, Utah on Saturday, September 15, 2018. In the men’s elite race Middaugh came out of the water less than one-minute behind the leaders, took the lead from South Africa’s Bradley Weiss at about mile eight on the bike, and took the tape in 2:26:34. Weiss finished second in 2:30:32, and Sam Long more
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Monday 17 Sep 2018
It was the race that everybody hoped they might see and much, much more as Britain’s Vicky Holland became the 2018 ITU World Champion on Saturday afternoon, sprinting down the chute two seconds behind Ashleigh Gentle, who delivered the home-nation win that the huge crowds deserved. But that was just the tip of the entertainment iceberg, coming at the end of an engrossing battle between Holland and USA’s Katie Zaferes, with both athletes knowing that finishing ahead of their rival would mean leav more
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Monday 17 Sep 2018
Just in time for the start, the fog over Davos moved on and offered the athletes a beautiful backdrop. After last year’s exceptional weather conditions both athletes and race crew were more than happy that all distances could be organised as planned. In bright sunshine, co-organiser Sven Riederer prevailed in an exciting duel against Pieter Heemeryck. Marcello Ugazio from Italy completed the podium. Last year's winner Lena Berlinger defended her title in front of the Swiss Martina Kunz. more
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Friday 14 Sep 2018
The Challenge Davos Festival which is over two days combines the internationally orientated half distance race of Challenge Family with the national triathlon series TRI Circuit , which offers a range of short distance events for all ages. Adding to this, a time trial effort by bike, roller-skies or inline-skates (or even by running) aimes to attract more endurance athletes. Davos is situated in the heart of the Swiss canton Graubünden and is the highest town in Europe, famed for the diversity o more
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Friday 14 Sep 2018
With its mix of old-world opulence, year-round sunshine and stunning seaside location, Nice is the unofficial capital of the Côte d’Azur. A magnet for beachgoers and high-rollers since the 19th century, this coastal city has fabulous markets, an enticing old town, glorious architecture and a wealth of high-end restaurants. If you really want to soak up the Riviera vibe, there’s no better place. more
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Friday 14 Sep 2018
Spain’s Mario Mola stands on the cusp of a remarkable double-triple for Spanish triathlon as he chases a feat only previously achieved by compatriot Javier Gomez in 2015: a straight hat-trick of ITU World Championship titles. Wins in 2016 and 2017 already sealed Mola’s place in the pantheon of the sport’s greats, but victory in the 2018 ITU Grand Final would cap an incredible few years on the front line of triathlon. more
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Friday 14 Sep 2018
The wait is almost over as the women elite athletes go through their individual pre-race routines ahead of the 2018 ITU World Series Grand Final in Gold Coast, and Australia’s most famous triathlon venue is buzzing. And the anticipation of Saturday afternoon’s race is high not just because of the occasion. This year’s World Championship title will almost certainly boil down to a straight battle between two great rivals: whoever finishes ahead between USA’s Katie Zaferes and Great Britain’s Vicky more
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Friday 14 Sep 2018
More than 30 elites from around the world are scheduled to compete at the XTERRA Pan American / USA Championship race in Ogden, Utah next Saturday, September 15. As the culmination of a 12-stop series of off-road triathlons spanning South and Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean, Canada, and the U.S., the contenders are coming from near and far, and with $80,000 in prize money at stake and cameramen capturing all the action for a nationally broadcast one-hour TV show, the stage is set for XTER more
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Monday 10 Sep 2018
A spectacular edition of Challenge Almere-Amsterdam ended with an incredible result. Slovenian Jaroslav Kovacic took the win, beating Cameron Wurf (AUS) amongst others. Moreover, he broke the race record, which was 7:57:46 since 1999 (held by Jan van Marel). Eventually, Kovacic finished in an amazing time of 7:55:43. The women's victory was for Yvonne van Vlerken. She prolonged her title of last year and finished after 9:00:01 with a big lead on her runner-ups. more
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Monday 10 Sep 2018
Robin Pomery (USA) and Katie Thomas (USA) exited the waters of Lake Monona together with Linsey Corbin (USA) heading into transition in third, +3:21 back of the lead pair. Corbin dominated the bike early and managed to take the lead at 20 miles into the bike. Building upon her lead at each check point on the strength of the fastest bike split on the day, Corbin would enjoy advantages of over twelve minutes on Thomas and a nearing 30 minutes on Jeannie Hansen at the conclusion of the 112 miles. more
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Monday 10 Sep 2018
Emotional finishes dominated the tough IRONMAN Wales in Tenby. In the women’s race, Lucy Gossage nailed her third victory after 2013 and 2017 in a competitive field. The 38-year old Brit knew that she would have to bike and run her very best to hold off strong and experienced competitors like Camilla Pedersen from Denmark, Canadian Heather Wurtele and fellow countrywoman Nikki Bartlett. As a weaker swimmer, Gossage came out of Carmarthen Bay with a deficit of almost nine minutes to Pedersen. The more
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Monday 10 Sep 2018
Before the IRONMAN 70.3 Ruegen started, all eyes were on Patrick Lange. Five weeks out from the IRONMAN World Championship, the question was not if Lange could win in Ruegen. The question was more about how fast and impressive the defending champion would be at the Baltic Sea coast. When Lange’s compatriot Florian Angert exited the water 40 seconds in front of the chase group within Lange and some fast others, there was no discussion if the defending champion would catch up with him later. more
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Monday 10 Sep 2018
Eric Lagerstrom (USA) laid down the fastest swim on the day and managed to hold off a hard charge from former pro cyclist Andrew Talansky (USA) throughout the bike. Heading out on the run with a 26-second advantage on Talansky, Largerstrom had to figure that Ben Hoffman (USA) would provide a larger challenge on the run as Hoffman was starting the run less than a minute and a half in arrears and well positioned in third. Talansky would fade early while Hoffman would power his way into second, how more
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Monday 10 Sep 2018
Roger Serrano from Spain and Michelle Flipo from Mexico won the XTERRA Denmark off-road triathlon elite titles in Mons Klint on Sunday, September 9, 2018. Sixteen races this season in Europe and not even one race with rain. We had perfect conditions all year and today was no different in Denmark. The race is in a beautiful forest, surrounding the Geo center of Mons Klint, and is famous for the 497 stairs athletes need to run up twice, once to T1 and the second time on their way to the finish more
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Friday 07 Sep 2018
Originally a Spanish settlement, founded in 1791, Santa Cruz has rich historic and cultural roots. In addition to being a hotbed for a variety of water sports like swimming, sailing, diving and paddling, its coast is considered one of the world's premier surfing spots. The Santa Cruz Boardwalk, which serves as the backdrop for this race, is the oldest amusement park in California, having celebrated 100 years in 2007. more
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Friday 07 Sep 2018
With just a little over two weeks to go before the start of CHALLENGE ALMERE-AMSTERDAM, the Australian Cameron Wurf has not only confirmed that he is racing, but also that he wants to attack the race record. Among the women, last years winner Yvonne van Vlerken has the same goal. Wurf’s participation substantiates the organization’s ability to attract a professional triathlete who is not only interested in a win but is capable of breaking the race record. Wurf is a former professional cyclist, w more
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Friday 07 Sep 2018
It's tough to beat IRONMAN Wisconsin's 75,000 cheering fans. In the bucolic college town of Madison, Wisconsin visitors can enjoy walks through the downtown area and the University of Wisconsin campus. State Street is a bustling small-town destination, providing a range of restaurants, shops, and galleries. The Madison Saturday farmer's market gives athletes and their supporters yet another way to enjoy this rural location with big-city culture. more
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Thursday 06 Sep 2018
Tenby is a seaside town steeped in ancient history and surrounded by an imposing medieval stone wall. Over time, Tenby has seen many changes, but it has been on the leisure map for over 200 years. With all that experience, the people of Tenby know how to offer each and every visitor an unforgettable time. Notable features of Tenby include 4 km of sandy beaches, the 13th century medieval town walls, the 15th century St. Mary's Church; the Tudor Merchant's House; Tenby Museum and Art Gallery; and more
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