Which triathletes have won Olympic medals?
The Paris Games in summer 2024 will mark triathlon’s seventh Olympics appearance, where a further 18 medals will be awarded. But which triathletes have won them so far?
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Interview: Portuguese triathlete Vasco Vilaça on chasing the Paris dream
Vasco Vilaça’s career-changing season in 2023 has set him up as one of the favourites for a Paris Olympics medal. We caught up with him at the end of that breakthrough year…
“I might be riding my bike and the air-raid sirens go off”
Ukrainian Juliya Azzopardi took part in the 2023 Ironman Worlds after a four-day trek from Kiev. Here’s her story…
Why you should train and race in Gran Canaria
The biggest of the Canary Islands is an idyllic destination for athletes
Blummenfelt and Haug take top spot in PTO World Rankings
The Professional Triathlete Organisation (PTO) has announced its end-of-year rankings for 2023 and it’s back-to-back wins for both Kristian Blummenfelt and Anne Haug. Both athletes also took top spot at the end of 2022 and have once again shown why they’re up there with the best of the best. Their reward for taking top spot […]
What we learnt at the Paris Olympics triathlon test events
In the middle of August 2023, 220 had the incredible opportunity to experience the Olympic and Paralympic Test Events firsthand. This is what we took away from a formidable four days…
Peggy Crome: How to be successful in triathlon into your 80s
Peggy Crome, 80, is quite simply a legend of age-group triathlon. Here’s why…
Lucy Charles-Barclay on the training that won her the Ironman world title
On 14 October 2023, Lucy Charles-Barclay put in arguably the finest performance that Kona has ever witnessed, leading from gun to tape to take that much sought-after and thoroughly deserved win. Here, we catch up with the woman of the decade to celebrate her incredible success…
PTO says 2024 tour is still on track despite delays in confirming locations
The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) has a big-money, multi-date pro tour planned, but says the full calendar will now be unveiled in the new year
Kate Waugh: “I’ve definitely put my name in the hat for Paris”
GB pro Kate Waugh’s run of success in 2023 has propelled her into the limelight, but with only two Paris women’s slots remaining, could she be in contention? Let’s meet her…
8 cheap cycling jerseys to buy if you’re on a budget
To improve aerodynamics and comfort while you’re on the road, you’ll want to invest in a cycling jersey. They can be pricey, so we’ve found the best cheap cycling jerseys to buy if you’re on a budget
Kat Matthews and Marten Van Riel dominate in Bahrain
It was a return to winning ways for Kat Matthews at Ironman 70.3 Bahrain, but a mixed bag for Alistair Brownlee and the rest of the Brits…
Martyn Brunt on unwanted attention
Our Weekend Warrior columnist Martyn Brunt is being bombarded with requests for swim training, and he’s not best pleased about it…
The Last Dance: Jan Frodeno reflects on his phenomenal career in triathlon
Jan Frodeno’s fairy-tale ending may not have materialised in Nice, but the man regarded by many as the GOAT has written a story unmatched by anyone else over the last two decades. We sat down with the tri legend to look back at a career well executed…
“When I’m on the start line, I’m just the same as everyone else”
Meet Jade Kingdom, the first woman with Down’s syndrome to complete a sprint triathlon and an avid fundraiser…
Sebastian Kienle: Background, career highlights, quotes
He was a household name at Ironman 70.3 and long-course victory, but how did Sebastian Kienle get there? Here’s what you need to know about the top German’s star-studded career…
Why training from home could lead to victory
This year has given us proof that devotion to the ‘pain cave’ can yield success, but it takes a little more than a fancy home gym…
ITERA-Lite: What I learnt racing for over 60 hours
It may not be a traditional triathlon, but 300km of cycling, running and kayaking makes ITERA-lite a multisport challenge with a kick. Dave Harcourt embarks on his second attempt to finish it…
Mike Harris: How to race strong into your 70s
Mike Harris, 72, raced his last triathlon on 5 June 2023 – 40 years to the day since he took part in the UK’s first-ever swim, bike and run. Here we celebrate a true pioneer of tri…
How training can help ease cancer treatment symptoms
Breast surgeon Dr Liz O’Riordan never expected to become the patient. Here she tells us how triathlon turned out to be her healing power during treatment for breast cancer, and shares her advice for other patients wanting to stay active…
“I believe I’m still competitive to challenge for an Olympic medal”: Flora Duffy on her battle to return to the top of the sport
The reigning Olympic champion is battling the biggest injury setback of her career and has been unable to train properly for more than six months. Yet, despite the challenges, she still has her eyes firmly set not just on being at next year’s Paris Olympic Games, but winning once again…
How injury helped Beth Potter achieve her breakthrough season
Former track runner Beth Potter is now the fifth British female triathlete to win the World Triathlon championship. Here she tells us how a stress response helped her achieve her breakthrough season…
Which gym tribe are you?
Our Weekend Warrior columnist Martin Brunty is gym-bound for the foreseeable so is spending his time wisely – by judging other gym-goers…
Lucy Charles-Barclay not the only Kona winner
The new British champion grabbed the headlines on Saturday, but many of Ironman’s decisions to hold a women’s-only Ironman World Championship were vindicated on a triumphant day for women’s sport
