Best triathlon photos from the last couple of months
Triathlon can be a visually stunning sport. We’ve rounded up the best photos from the last few months of competition.
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Triathlon’s financial future relies on our race entries
Try as it may to earn more from TV broadcast money, triathlon’s key revenue stream is race entries, our columnist argues
The season of bad kit choices is upon us
With spring fully arrived, Brunty is looking forward to lighter evenings. So long as they’re not dazzlingly light, that is…
I switched from tennis to triathlon and so should Sir Andy Murray
Rio Olympic gold medallist and former tennis pro Monica Puig has found a new lease of (sporting) life through triathlon…
The best films about swimming to watch now
Looking for some inspiration to kick-start your swimming? Grab a bucket of popcorn and pick from our list of the best films about swimming…
Could you hack working in a running shop? Martyn Brunt reports
Can Brunty manage a part-time job in a running shop? His wife has pointed out some good reasons why not…
When was running invented?
Is running a tale as old as time? Pretty much. Here’s Olympian and running coach Steph Davis with a brief history of running…
A new swim coach has transformed my diving and stroke technique but will this help me in triathlons?
In an attempt to escape his old habits, 220 Triathlon columnist Martyn Brunt has brought in the cavalry, in the shape of a new swim coach. Let the battle between athlete and mentor commence…
Inspirational Alistair Brownlee deserves to be remembered as the greatest Olympic triathlete
Tim Heming argues Alistair Brownlee’s stellar career makes him the most influential figure in British triathlon history.
Columnist Martyn Brunt shares his unique tri-specific New Year’s resolutions
Our Weekend Warrior Martyn Brunt’s making New Year’s resolutions… you heard it here first, folks!
Why I’m training to race faster in 2025
After years of training to go long it’s time to try something new: going fast. Here’s why and what my plan is…
Why you should never enter a race when drunk
Our age-group columnist Martyn Brunt has done something while under the influence… and it’s not the first time
The triathlete’s (humorous!) guide to coping with Christmas
December can be a tricky month for a triathlete with temptations at every turn. But 220 columnist Brunty has some simple advice… just enjoy it!
World Triathlon election controversy sullies the sport’s reputation
World Triathlon has a new president, but allegations of a staged voting process have attracted criticism and raised a number of questions
Forget Halloween and horror movies, I’ve seen more frightening things in triathlons
Not impressed by zombies or vampires, our man Brunty finds some elements of triathlon much more unsettling
British Triathlon CEO Ruth Daniels: “I have the opportunity to influence the growth of triathlon”
British Triathlon CEO Ruth Daniels on why she loves tri, her plans to grow it and her own personal tri goals… knees allowing.
Martyn Brunt on the mental toughness of endurance swimmers
Triathlete Martyn Brunt confronts the mental resilience required for an epic 10-hour swim, facing the challenge with only his thoughts for company.
“Carrying tomatoes is good Ironman training:” Missy LeStrange
Missy Lestrange, 72, recently conquered her 33rd Ironman World Championship. Her secret? Like growing veg, start small and increase…
Epic duels, Olympic and Paralympic debuts, crawls across the line, Lance Armstrong’s return and Shirin’s hijab: 50 moments that shaped triathlon
To celebrate triathlon’s 50th birthday, we remember iconic 50 moments that defined the sport from record-breaking performances to heated controversies
‘Will Ironman break pledge on women’s racing with World Championships format change?’
After low numbers at the women’s event in Nice, 220 columnist Tim Heming expects to see men and women being reunited at the same location from 2026 onwards
Paris triathlon: Was Sam Dickinson right to DNF in the Olympics?
The British triathlete’s primary role in the individual event was to support Alex Yee’s quest for gold, but was it a mistake not to complete the race himself? Not in this case, argues columnist Tim Heming
How many different ‘-athlon’ sports are there?
Keeping track of the many different ‘-athlon’ sports and their meanings is no small feat. Luckily, we’ve got you covered with a handy cheat sheet explaining the 12 different ‘-athlon’ sports. Have we forgotten any? Let us know…
Paris 2024: Who will race for Team GB and what are their medal chances?
It was one of the toughest teams to qualify for, but five triathletes nailed it. Meet your class of ‘24 – Alex Yee, Beth Potter, Georgia Taylor-Brown, Kate Waugh and Sam Dickinson
‘Another fine mess:’ Why British Triathlon needs to rethink its Olympic selection policy
In trying to be too cute with the selection policy for Paris, British Triathlon tied itself up in knots and created a grim merry-go-round of appeals for its triathletes, writes 220 columnist Tim Heming
