For almost 25 years, the Windsor Triathlon has been at the very heart of the UK multisporting scene. Starting life as part of the 220 Triathlon Series, the debut race in 1991 welcomed 250 athletes. Advertisement Today, with both sprint and Olympic distances on offer, and a roll call of Lycra-clad greats having swum, bike…
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More Challenge Roth 2015 spots up for grabs – get tweeting!
With Challenge Roth slots selling out in a matter of seconds each year, this will be welcome news for everyone dreaming of taking part in arguably the world’s best-spectated triathlon – the organisers have put 25 new race spots up for grabs. Advertisement >>> Bracht and Carfrae take Challenge Roth 2014 Click Here: International football…
Exclusive: Train with Dave Scott
Click:DIY Arts & Crafts Gift set Six-time Ironman world champ and triathlon legend Dave Scott is visiting the UK this summer and we’re working with award-winning wetsuit manufacturer Huub to offer 220 readers two chances to train with him for free. Advertisement The first date for your diary is 11 June 2015, when we’ll be…
WTS Cape Town 2015 preview
Alistair Brownlee will make his 2015 World Triathlon Series debut in Cape Town this Sunday, and the quality field will ensure it’s going to be a very tricky return. Advertisement With brother Jonny missing Cape Town having won the Auckland and Gold Coast WTS races back-to-back, the traditional Ali Brownlee and Javier Gomez rivalry will resume, with…
WTS Cape Town: Vicky Holland claims spectacular victory
Vicky Holland had the race of her life in Cape Town today, claiming her first WTS title to continue her remarkable comeback from injury. Advertisement The race began in very chilly 11c waters, meaning the swim was reduced to one lap (750m). The cold waters had little effect on the pace and Katy Zaferes in…
WTS Cape Town: Alistair Brownlee wins first World Triathlon Series title of 2015
Alistair Brownlee made an incredible return from injury in Cape Town as he was victorious in his first WTS race of the season, capping off a perfect weekend for British Triathlon as Vicky Holland was also victorious in the women’s race. Advertisement Brownlee’s performance was dominant as he surged away from old rival Javier Gomez…
WTS Cape Town 2015 in pictures
What a weekend for British Triathlon – Vicky Holland claimed her first ever WTS gold in Cape Town, and Alistair Brownlee won his 18th title despite a big stumble during the run. Advertisement >>> Alistair Brownlee wins first World Triathlon Series title of 2015 Click Here: gws giants guernsey 2019 Women’s elite race >>> Vicky Holland…
June 2015 issue of 220 Triathlon on sale now
It’s here – the latest issue of 220 Triathlon went on sale today, packed to bursting with essential advice on how to swim, bike and run faster this race season. Advertisement Highlights include: The Road to Rio – how the GB Paratri team train to win 45 ways to race faster with targeted sessions, nutrition…
Challenge Weymouth tweaks bike route for 2015
Returning to Challenge Weymouth this September? The organisers have made some minor tweaks to the bike course that you’ll want to know about, including the possibility of a few more roundabouts. Advertisement >>> Gallery: Challenge Weymouth 2014 The route has been altered to make it more spectator friendly, with the second lap starting just before…
Women needed for Long Course Weekend relay teams
Popular Welsh triathlon Long Course Weekend has teamed up with Race Force to encourage women of all abilities to form teams and take on their event as part of a female relay team. Advertisement >>> Gallery: Long Course Weekend 2015 Race Force are creating teams of six women to take on the challenge in Pembrokeshire…