Challenge Roth – How to get a spot on the start line at the fastest sell-out triathlon on the circuit
Inspired to race Challenge Roth and wondering how you can get a spot on the start line? After some lightning fast typing got her a place on the 2024 start list before it sold out, long course triathlete Jenny Lucas-Hill talks you through the entry process.
Top five most LEGENDARY Challenge Roth moments of all time
With 40 years of history and a glittering resume of record breaking performances, we take a trip back in time to bring you our top picks of the most epic moments in Challenge Roth history. More of the same in 2024?
Meet the Tour de France of Triathlon: What is Challenge Roth and why does it sell out every single year?
It’s one of the most celebrated triathlons on the planet. But what is it about this big race in a small Bavarian town that has captured quite so many people’s imagination? Come with us as we guide you through what Challenge Roth is, why it’s so special. And, what you need to know if you want to be part of this spectacular long distance triathlon some day.
What is it really like to be a professional triathlete? NEW TRI247 x Challenge Family podcast takes you beyond the start lines this race season
Tune into the new TRI247 podcast, powered by Challenge Family!
Best triathlon swim courses – our top 10 triathlons for an epic start to race day
Whether you’re looking for stunning scenery or an epic atmosphere to get the adrenaline pumping. Start race day right with our round-up of the 10 best triathlon swim courses across long and middle distance races.
Challenge Kaiserwinkl-Walchsee history and showdowns – Olympic legends and long distance champions
As we countdown to the 2025 edition of Challenge Kaiserwinkl-Walchsee, take a trip back into triathlon history with a look back at some of the legends who’ve toed the start line in years gone by.
How to qualify for Challenge The Championship – and why it should be on your triathlon bucket list
Find out how to qualify for Challenge The Championship, the world championship middle distance race which brings together top level age-groupers, who’ve earned their sport by qualifying at a previous race, and some of the world’s best PROs.
Visually impaired triathlete on getting into paratriathlon: “I knew the day would come when I wouldn’t be able to race on my own anymore”
A genetic eye condition stopped Rob Sears from racing triathlons solo. But after a few years away from the sport, getting into paratriathlon has reignited his love for multisport. Find out more about his journey back to the start line.
The ultimate triathlon bike courses to ride before you die
Some triathlons are famous for the location or the prestige. But if you’re a powerhouse on two wheels, these are the triathlon bike courses you need to experience at least once before your time is up!
Triathlon’s WILDEST race: Details revealed about this epic triathlon turned safari adventure
Triathlon meets safari adventure… Challenge Sir Bani Yas is certainly a one of a kind race experience! We dive into the details to find out more about the wildest sounding race on the 2025 triathlon calendar.
Opinion: When triathlon is more inclusive everyone wins, so why is it so difficult?
TRI247’s Jenny Lucas-Hill sits down with record breaking ultrarunner and founder of SheRACES, Sophie Power, and triathlete and co-founder of Fund Her Tri Bianca Fernandez to dive deeper into their report of women’s experiences in triathlon.
Best triathlon movies and documentaries – What to watch when you’re not busy training
Bored of Christmas specials and made for Netflix festive movies? Need a little swim-bike-run inspiration to take you into the New Year? We’ve got you covered with our pick of the best triathlon films and documentaries.
The Alex Yee story: Racing for chocolate, lapped out and ‘The Crash’
From racing for chocolate in the early days, to that horror crash in 2017, we talk to Alex Yee about his long journey to greatness.
What is a ‘good’ IRONMAN 70.3 time? Fastest PROs and average age group half Ironman times
Find out how your IRONMAN 70.3 stacks up against other age-groupers, or get some inspiration for a good time to target next race season. We crunch the numbers to find out the average, good and excellent finish times for amateurs over the 70.3 triathlon distance, and take a look at the current fastest times set by the PROs.
How elite triathletes train for the Olympics – we test the science which helped Cassandre Beaugrand win Paris 2024 gold
We spent the day at the Loughborough University Performance Lab to learn more about how the team supported Cassandre Beaugrand in her build up to the Paris 2024 Olympics. Plus we volunteered TRI247’s own Jenny Lucas-Hill to go through some of the testing protocols herself to find out what amateur triathletes can get out of testing their physiology.
What’s a good finish time for IRONMAN Kona? Average, good and exceptional times for Age Groupers racing in the World Championship
Racing at the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona is a bucket list dream for many a triathlete. But what sort of time would you need to target to be competitive in your age group? And how do the notoriously tough conditions of the Big Island impact average finish times? We crunch the numbers to find out…
Bucket list things to do in Mallorca for cyclists and triathletes
It’s the ultimate playground for cyclists and triathletes, but what are the must-do things to tick off while visiting Mallorca?
Challenge Family World Bonus – Who’s in the running for a share of the $100,000 prize purse?
Challenge Family were one of the first race series to introduce an athlete bonus scheme, establishing the Pro Athlete World Bonus back in 2019 to give professional triathletes the chance to compete over an entire season for a share of the prize purse. But who’s in contention for the top spots in 2024? We take a look at the athletes who will be battling it out over the last few Challenge Family races to top the World Bonus rankings.
IRONMAN World Championship Nice head to head: Kat Matthews vs Laura Philipp
If anyone can challenge Anne Haug for IRONMAN World Champion title in Nice, it’s Kat Matthews and Laura Philipps. But who would come out victorious should the pair find themselves battling for the podium this Sunday?
IRONMAN World Championship Nice head to head: Lucy Charles-Barclay vs Anne Haug
They’re two of the hot favourites to take the win at the IRONMAN World Championship in Nice. But how do Anne Haug and Lucy Charles-Barclay stack up head-to-head?
IRONMAN World Championship: Nice or Kona, which iconic triathlon course is harder?
Iconic location? Check. World’s best athletes showing up on the start line? Check. But which is harder – Nice or Kona? We compare the two IRONMAN World Championship race courses side by side to find out.
Challenge Almere-Amsterdam history and course records – The second oldest long distance triathlon in the world
A look back at the history of Europe’s oldest long distance triathlon and how it became a flagship event in Challenge Family’s race calendar.
Olympic Games Triathlon: Predictions and podium picks for SPECTACULAR men’s showdown at Paris 2024
John Levison looks at the key contenders for gold in the men’s Olympic Games triathlon at Paris 2024 – and makes his podium picks
Olympic Games Triathlon: Predictions and podium picks for women’s showdown at Paris 2024
John Levison looks at the leading women contenders set to battle for Olympic Games triathlon gold in Paris on 31 July
The best triathlon race-cations – From city breaks to beach getaways, the ultimate swim-bike-run vacations
Push your limits and explore the world with our pick of the ultimate ‘race-cation’ destination triathlons. From beach getaways to city breaks. These race locations are well worth booking some extra vacation time for!
Why is everyone going bonkers over beetroot shots? The benefits of nitrates for sports performance
Can glugging down shots of beetroot juice really help to improve your performance? We take a look at what it is about the bright purple stuff that could enhance your training and racing. Plus look at alternatives that don’t come with a side of foul taste.
Top 5 triathlons to do before you die – the ULTIMATE swim-bike-run bucket list
The Big Five races you need to experience to claim the ultimate in triathlon bragging rights. How many have you ticked off?
The best triathlon sprint finishes – Top five most epic race endings
After a BLOCKBUSTER finish at the inaugural San Francisco T100, John Levison looks back at the top 5 most epic sprint finishes in triathlon history. Grab the popcorn and get ready to relive these iconic nail-biters!
World’s toughest middle distance triathlons – The ultimate half distance races to conquer
Looking for a tough middle distance triathlon to test your limits? Check out our pick of some of the toughest middle distance races from around the world. How many have you ticked off?
Decoding British Triathlon’s Olympic selection puzzle as Brownlee and co head for Polish showdown
British Triathlon’s 2024 Olympic selection conundrum – and why a debut race in Poland could be priceless for Brownlee, Dickinson and Milner.
WTCS Cagliari a golden vision as triathlon’s medal superstars plot route to more Olympic Games glory
WTCS Cagliari will see 12 Olympic medal winners racing, but what will their key goals be in Sardinia? It’s no one-size-fits-all answer…
The Lauren Steadman Story: From ‘Strictly’ to ‘Who Dares Wins’, an incredible triathlete AND TV superstar
Dancing on Strictly, surviving the SAS, a new sport and studying for a PhD… Nobody can accuse Lauren Steadman of taking things easy
Challenge St. Pölten age group stories: “The triathlon spirit was always in my veins”
Beyond the PRO field, triathlon is all about the community of age-groupers who make the sport so special. We catch up with age-grouper Florian Eigner who races – and volunteers – each year at Challenge St. Pölten to find out what inspires and motivates him. And what it is about this middle distance race in Austria’s Wachau region that keeps him coming back for more each year.
The Lauren Steadman Story: A triathlon love affair, and why she is ALL IN again for Paris 2024
“Getting the gold actually then made everything very hard afterwards.” Lauren Steadman on the ups and downs of Paralympic Games success
Vicky Holland gears up for ‘last dance’ as WTCS Yokohama test beckons
Vicky Holland talks in-depth about her goals and motivations as she seeks to go “full circle” before signing-off from a stellar career
Britain’s Brownlees era in Olympic triathlon reaches pivotal moment as Jonny bids for Paris qualification
Britain’s Brownlees era in Olympic triathlon has been a long and glorious one, but on Saturday it reaches a pivotal moment as Jonny goes into action at WTCS Yokohama
Best middle distance triathlon bike courses – from the fastest courses to the most epic scenery
Happiest while on two wheels? We take a look at some of the best middle distance triathlon bike courses so you can make the most of your favourite triathlon discipline. Whether you’re a speed demon looking for a fast, flat bike leg to blaze through. Or a big fan of the climbs looking for some elevation to eat up.
Five reasons to race Challenge St. Pölten – kickstart your race season with this scenic middle distance triathlon
With UNESCO World Heritage listed scenery, a unique and challenging race course and years of triathlon history behind it – Challenge St Pölten is a firm favourite with age-groupers and PROs alike. Find out why you should kick your race season off at this stunning middle distance triathlon.
Best triathlons in the world: Top 10 bucket list races
From the toughest challenges, to the most epic scenery and the best finish line parties. We give you the low down on some of the world’s best bucket list-worthy triathlons. How many have you ticked off already?
