Double Olympic Champion (2012 and 2016) Alistair Brownlee was named Olympic Athlete of the Year and Elite Male Athlete of the Year at the British Triathlon Federation’s annual awards dinner. Advertisement “This year was all about the Olympic Games, so to achieve that goal was fantastic – and this award is just the cherry on […]
After two years Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire will finish for the last time at Shugborough estate next year, as the event’s finishing line will be moving to a new home in 2018. However those wanting to race against the stunning backdrop of Shugborough there is still time to book your place. Advertisement In 2016 it is expected more than 2,000 […]
ITU World Champion Flora Duffy from Bermuda has won her third world championship this year, the 2016 Snowy Mountains ITU Cross Triathlon World Championship in Australia. Advertisement As the defending champion, reigning ITU World Champion, and Xterra World Champion Duffy was the clear favourite to win the race, and led from the start. She increased […]
Lionel Sanders stormed to an incredible victory at Ironman Arizona on Sunday 20th November, finishing in 7:44:29 to record the fastest ever time at an Ironman-branded event. Advertisement His countryman Brent MacMahon was second in 7:50:15, the only other finisher to go under 8hrs, and also recorded the fastest run time of 2:40:17; however the […]
Need some training help? Considering your first Ironman, or just wondering how to improve your swim technique? Then we’ve got just the person to ask… Yep, we’re excited to announce that joining 220 Triathlon from the March issue, on sale 1st February, will be six-time Ironman world champ and coaching legend Dave Scott. Advertisement Dave […]
Priority entry for the 2017 Columbia Threadneedle World Triathlon Leeds will open to 2016 participants and British Triathlon Home Nation members at 10am on Monday 28 November. A week later, on Monday 5 December, entries will go on sale to the general public. Advertisement Newcomers to the sport can also sign up for a fun-filled […]
British Triathlon have confirmed that the British Standard Distance Championships will move to Leeds for 2017, after four years at Tri Liverpool. Advertisement This means the Leeds event will now host the fourth stage of the ITU series, the British Triathlon Championships and the English Aquathlon Championships over the same weekend. British Triathlon Chief […]
A skin patch that measures the wearer’s sweat to show how their body is responding to exercise has been developed by scientists at Northwestern University. Advertisement Designed for one-use only it analyses key biomarkers to help an athlete decide if any adjustments, such as drinking more water or replenishing electrolytes, need to be made. Sweat […]
Alistair Brownlee has become the first triathlete to be shortlisted for the prestigious BBC Sports Personality of the Year award in the event’s 62-year history. Advertisement Brownlee lines up alongside a host of sporting greats, including Andy Murray, Mo Farah, Jamie Vardy, Sarah Storey and Nicola Adams. The nomination follows an outstanding summer for […]
Now entering its fourth year, #supbikerun returns in 2017 with two events. Unlike a swim/bike/run triathlon, the format combines SUP (stand-up paddle boarding), mountain biking and trail running for an event pitched at all abilities. Advertisement Each race features two course lengths at each event: WARRIOR: 3km SUP/15km bike/5km run BARBARIAN: 6km SUP/30km bike/10km run […]