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Laura Siddall: 10 things I’ve learned from my professional triathlon career

After crossing the finish line of her final professional race at Challenge Roth 2025, Multiple IRONMAN champion, middle distance podium finisher and triathlon legend Laura Siddall shares insights and learnings from her time as a pro triathlete.

By Laura Siddall

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16 Jul 2025

I have just finished racing Challenge Roth. It's an incredible event - the best in the world, with the fans, the support, the huge expo and the general athlete experience provided by Alice, Felix and ...

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Laura Siddall

Laura Siddall is a former pro triathlete. She's a multiple long distance champion, commentator and mentor and this year reported for us from Kona, where she made the top 10 in 2022.

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