Long-course triathlon must act now to establish a comprehensive anti-doping program or risk irreparable damage to the sport's credibility ..read more

Unlock peak performance in triathlons by embracing every sensation and fine-tuning your approach, rather than battling against it ..read more

The life of a professional athlete is a rollercoaster of highs and lows, wins and setbacks. For Aussie triathlete Matt Hauser, the World Triathlon Cup Wollongong was meant to be a high point - a chance to shine in front of a home crowd, including his close family, and build momentum towards his ultimate goal, the Paris Olympics. But sometimes, life has other plans. Just days before the race, Matt found himself in a battle with his own body. Food poisoning, an athlete's dreaded nemesis, had struck at the worst possible time. As the symptoms persisted, Matt's hopes of competing began to fade ..read more

In a display of grit and determination, Kat Matthews overcame a five-minute drafting penalty on the bike to claim her second consecutive title at Ironman Texas. The British triathlete, who won last year's race in her comeback from injury, proved her resilience once again, having torn her calf just seven weeks before the event. Australia's Penny Slater finished second, while Lotte Wilms of the Netherlands rounded out the podium. Pre-Race Expectations and Conditions: Matthews entered the race as the defending champion but faced uncertainty due to her recent calf injury. The hot and humid condit ..read more

In a stunning upset, Tomas Rodriguez Hernandez of Mexico secured his first full-distance Ironman victory at the Ironman North American Championship in Texas. Rodriguez beat two-time Ironman World Champion Patrick Lange and broke the run course record in the process. Clement Mignon of France rounded out the podium in third place. The race featured a strong field of competitors, including Lange, who was looking to bounce back after a disappointing 16th place finish at Ironman 70.3 Oceanside. The weather conditions in Texas were challenging, with high temperatures and humidity testing the athlet ..read more

In less than a month, over 1,600 athletes from 57 nations will gather at the x-bionic sphere in Šamorín for the highly anticipated Challenge Family flagship event, The Championship. On 19 May 2024, more than 80 professional triathletes will compete alongside age group participants in a thrilling battle for the ultimate title of Champion of The Championship. The men's race is set to be a clash of titans, with 13 of the world's top 50 athletes ready to give it their all. Pieter Heemeryck (BEL), fresh off a podium finish in Singapore, is hungry for his first victory in Šamorín after multiple att ..read more

Jack Moody (NZL) and Els Visser (NED) emerged victorious at the 12th edition of Challenge Taiwan, held in the spectacular setting of Taitung. Moody claimed the men's title in 3:49:16, while Visser clinched the women's crown in 4:08:39, both navigating through challenging conditions and fierce competition. The race attracted over 8,000 athletes, with the overcast and warm weather conditions, coupled with high humidity levels and a water temperature of 24°C, setting the stage for a wetsuit-free swim for the pro athletes. The anticipation was high as the competitors prepared to tackle the demand ..read more

In a captivating display of endurance, strategy, and skill, Lizzie Orchard and Ben Forbes emerged victorious at the XTERRA Australia on 21 April, 2024. The event, set against the stunning backdrop of Dunsborough, Western Australia, tested athletes' limits and showcased the best of off-road racing. Orchard, a seasoned XTERRA competitor, demonstrated her strategic ability throughout the race. After a strong swim in the crystal-clear waters of Geographe Bay, where she completed the 1.5km course in 21:21, Orchard made her move on the challenging 30.2km mountain bike course. She hunted down early ..read more

A windy and occasionally wet Wollongong greeted a high quality women's field for the World Triathlon Cup. The conditions added challenge to the sprint distance event (750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run), featuring short and sharp hills on both the bike and run. Wollongong made its debut on the World Triathlon circuit with this demanding course that had it all. Amongst the 32-strong field were the experienced Rachel Klamer from The Netherlands, already qualified for her 4th Olympics in Paris, 19 year old Swedish star Tilda Mansson, with 2 World Cup victories and aiming for her 1st Olympics, and Gre ..read more

Aussie Luke Willian secured a commanding victory at the World Triathlon Cup Wollongong on Saturday. The 28-year-old Brisbane-based athlete crossed the finish line 24 seconds ahead of second-place finisher Jamie Riddle (RSA), with Diego Moya (CHI) claiming the bronze medal. Willian's performance was a testament to his Olympic aspirations for Paris 2024. The race took place under challenging weather conditions, with wind and rain affecting the course. Despite the absence of pre-race favorites Matthew Hauser (AUS) and Ben Djikstra (GBR) due to food poisoning, the remaining field was prepared to ..read more