Jacob Birtwhistle wins first-ever WTS in Leeds

Click:This year the latest Vape Australia’s Jacob Birtwhistle held off the strongest men’s field in recent history today to take his first World Triathlon Series win in his long career. While proving a difficult day for local heroes Alistair and Jonny Brownlee, the Leeds course delivered up further podium places for the USA’s Matthew McElroy … Continue reading "Jacob Birtwhistle wins first-ever WTS in Leeds"

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Ultra-runner Paul Tierney begins record attempt in memory of triathlete Chris Stirling

All eyes in the endurance sports world were on Keswick in the Lake District this morning (Friday June 14th) as ultra-runner Paul Tierney began his attempt at a new record time for summiting all 214 of Alfred Wainwright’s Lake District peaks in one go. Paul is running in memory of his friend and fellow endurance … Continue reading "Ultra-runner Paul Tierney begins record attempt in memory of triathlete Chris Stirling"

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Brownlee wins on Ironman debut to book Kona spot

It was certainly one way to whet Alistair Brownlee’s appetite for Ironman, but not entirely in the manner expected. Advertisement The double-Olympic champion took victory in the rain in Ironman Ireland, Cork in his much-anticipated full distance debut, after the swim was cancelled and the contest switched to a duathlon. The Yorkshireman then confirmed he … Continue reading "Brownlee wins on Ironman debut to book Kona spot"

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Zafares back on top in Montreal, with Taylor-Brown and Learmonth on podium

Victory in Montreal gave Katies Zafares her fourth victory in five races of the 2019 World Triathlon Series and wreaked swift revenge on runner-up Georgia Taylor-Brown who had defeated her in Leeds last time out.  Advertisement The consistent Jess Learmonth also fought off a strong challenge from Italian Alice Betto to cling on for her … Continue reading "Zafares back on top in Montreal, with Taylor-Brown and Learmonth on podium"

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Geens wins in Canada as WTS shocks continue

The most unpredictable men’s World Triathlon Series yet continued in Montreal as the little-fancied Belgian Jelle Geens out-sprinted world champion and training partner Mario Mola to take his first WTS victory. Advertisement The 26-year-old became the fifth different winner in five WTS races in 2019 and increased the chances of the world title coming down … Continue reading "Geens wins in Canada as WTS shocks continue"

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220’s birthday competition extravaganza: 30 days of prizes to win

In 1989 a certain tri magazine was launched in the UK, at a time when two-pieces were de-rigeur and sports nutrition was just in its infancy. Over the past three decades, 220 Triathlon has grown alongside the sport to become the nation’s biggest multisport magazine, championing its key players, providing the very latest training advice and reviewing the newest kit before it even … Continue reading "220’s birthday competition extravaganza: 30 days of prizes to win"

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Challenge Roth’s stellar line up includes Brits Lucy Charles-Barclay and David McNamee

The world-famous triathlon Challenge Roth takes place tomorrow and all British eyes will be on Lucy Charles-Barclay and David McNamee. Advertisement 2017 and 2018 World Ironman Championship runner up Charles will be hoping for one place better than last year’s second place. In 2018, despite setting a swim record with a time of 00:46:48, she … Continue reading "Challenge Roth’s stellar line up includes Brits Lucy Charles-Barclay and David McNamee"

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