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Triathlon

Ladies Day in Taupo: Recapping the Pro Women’s Race in Words and Pictures

"This event has encapsulated the spirit of triathlon."

by Kevin Mackinnon, December 14, 2024

Triathlon

Taylor Knibb Three-Peats, Wins IM 70.3 Worlds

Knibb's bike proves to be the difference, holding off a fast-closing Kat Matthews.

Triathlon

Our Senior Editors Make Their 70.3 Worlds Predictions

Race weekend is here. Here's what we think will happen.

Triathlon

Head to Head: Can Matthew Marquardt Win the IRONMAN Pro Series

American medical student Matthew Marquardt needs to beat Gregory Barnaby on Sunday to move to first in the standings.

Triathlon

Hometown Hero: Hannah Berry Looks for a Top Finish to Pad Her Pro Series Standing

New Zealand's own Hannah Berry is looking forward to racing in front of what will no-doubt be a very supportive crowd at the 70.3 World Championship in Taupo.

Triathlon

Jason West’s Ventum Tempus

American Jason West has had an admittedly tough injury-filled season, but arrives in Taupo feeling like he's back on track. We check out his new Ventum Tempus

Triathlon

The Champ Returns- We Have a “Stand Up” with Rico Bogen

Defending champion Rico Bogen was certainly the surprise of last year’s championship event, and arrives here in Taupo for this weekend’s IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship ready to go after a...

Triathlon

The Pro Contenders for IRONMAN 70.3 Title Glory

It's the finale of the 2024 racing season. Who will take the 70.3 world title?

Triathlon

Taylor Knibb’s “New Team” is Nailing it in 2024 – and So Is She

Behind her outstanding results in 2024 is a "team" of coaches led by Dan Lorang

Triathlon

The IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship Taupo by the Numbers

Photo: IRONMAN I am finally here in Taupo for the 2025 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in Taupo, New Zealand. (It’s been a bit of a journey – Canada to Western...