A field of 137 elites battled it out today (14 June) at the Blenheim Triathlon for round one of the British Super Series, and it was Chris Perham and India Lee who prevailed despite some tough competition. Advertisement Male elite winner Chris Perham sprinted to victory in a time of 1:35hrs, closely followed by Loughborough…
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World Triathlon Series lands in Leeds in June 2016
The ITU has confirmed that the World Triathlon Series will arrive in Leeds on 11-12 June 2016, offering the final opportunity to see Team GB triathletes swim, bike and run on home soil before they compete in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Advertisement Leeds takes over as UK host of the World Triathlon Series after…
Post-race interview with Javier Gomez at Ironman 70.3 Staffs (video)
After winning Ironman 70.3 Staffs today, Spain’s Javier Gomez told us at the finish line that he “didn’t want to push it too hard” as he’s in the middle of a tough block of training. Advertisement “It was a very tough bike course, and after all the rain yesterday it was quite slippy out there!…
Stephen Bayliss joins top field at Xterra England
Four-time iron-distance champion Stephen Bayliss is the latest big name to sign-up for Xterra England, which kick-off in Cranleigh, Surrey, on 30 August 2015. Advertisement Top Brit racer Bayliss, who counts wins at Ironman UK and Challenge Vichy on his illustrious CV, has entered Xterra England as part of his double bid at both the…
“I’m not just the support act”
As detailed in this month’s 220 column (issue 314, on sale today), my experience as a novice guide runner tethered to a trusting blind athlete was a steep learning curve, but at least took place on terra firma. Advertisement The same cannot be said for those mastering paratriathlon guiding, who also have to support through…
Lucy Gossage ready for Cholmondeley
Formidable British Iron woman Lucy Gossage has confirmed that she’ll be joining the 1,400 triathletes on the start line at the beautiful Cholmondeley Castle leg of the Castle Triathlon Series on Sunday 28 June 2015. Advertisement Fresh from a spectacular win at Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire, Gossage will be back at her happy hunting ground in…
Chris McCormack training plan for all Challenge Galway entrants
The international online tri training brand MaccaX, headed up by two-time Ironman world champion Chris ‘Macca’ McCormack, will provide a 12-week training plan to all Challenge Galway entrants, with key sessions created by Macca and fellow pro Belinda Granger. Advertisement The training plan, which is available soon, is designed with the Galway event in mind,…
Sport writer Charlie Norton remembered
Earlier this month, the adventure racer, journalist and Vigour creator Charlie Norton, 39, died after reportedly falling from a cliff while walking in Morocco. You can read moving tributes to the father-of-two at the Telegraph and Vigour. Click Here: southern kings rugby jersey Advertisement What follows is a piece that Charlie produced for 220 in…
Cardiff Triathlon 2015 race report
The first Cardiff Triathlon drew thousands of participants and spectators to the city centre yesterday (28 June), despite some damp conditions. Advertisement On the racing front, four hotly contested races were on offer: Olympic race After 1500m of swimming, 40km on the bike and an epic 10km run, it was GB triathlete David Bishop who…
Brighton and Hove Triathlon incoming
Brightonians! There’s a big new triathlon coming to your neck of the woods next year. The first Brighton and Hove Triathlon will be held in September 2016 with up to 3,000 participants expected. Advertisement There’ll be a range of distances and events on offer, including sprint and Olympic distance triathlons, plus a scootathlon for youngsters…