BTF confirm World Class Performance Programme squad

British Triathlon has confirmed the 29 athletes that will form part of the 2017 UK Sport Lottery Funded World Class Performance Programme. Advertisement British Triathlon Performance Director, Brendan Purcell said: “It was fantastic to get funding confirmed from UK Sport, and this is what allows us to support a group of athletes who are targeting Read more about BTF confirm World Class Performance Programme squad[…]

€100,000 up for grabs at ÖTILLÖ Swimrun 2017

Tempted to try Swimrun? This news might tempt you more… ÖTILLÖ are offering the overall winner at all ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Series races in 2017, as well as the ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship, one million Swedish krona in prize money. That is €100,000 or £86,705 – not a bad incentive to try the sport. Advertisement Read more about €100,000 up for grabs at ÖTILLÖ Swimrun 2017[…]

Dengie Events announce 2017 races

Now in their seventh year, Dengie Events have released their schedule of Essex-based triathlons for 2017, with sprint, Olympic and middle-distance racing all featuring. Advertisement The Big East Triathlon kicks off the Dengie calendar on 21 May 2017 in Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex. The event gives entrants a choice of Middle Distance (1.6km swim/82km cycle/20km run) or Read more about Dengie Events announce 2017 races[…]

Alistair Brownlee nominated for Laureus Award

Alistair Brownlee’s actions at WTS Cozumel, when he helped his brother Jonny across the line, has earned him a nomination for the ‘Best Sporting Moment’ award at the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards, the Oscars of the sporting world. Advertisement WTS Cozumel: all the drama and emotion in pictures This is a new category at the Read more about Alistair Brownlee nominated for Laureus Award[…]

Ironman legend Chrissie Wellington launches new book

Four-time world Ironman champion Chrissie Wellington has announced the launch of her latest book: To the Finish Line: A World Champion Triathlete’s Guide to Your Perfect Race. Click Here: liverpool mens jersey Advertisement Available from spring 2017, the book, which was produced in association with 220 Triathlon magazine, offers advice on everything from planning your race Read more about Ironman legend Chrissie Wellington launches new book[…]

Ironman looking for athletes to star in new TV series

Aiming for Kona? Ironman are looking for 10 Kona hopefuls across the world to film as they embark on qualifying for the iconic Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. Advertisement How to qualify for Kona Each 30-minute episode of “IRONMAN: Quest for Kona” will feature one contender as they take on a specific qualifying event, capturing the Read more about Ironman looking for athletes to star in new TV series[…]