Photos: 2018 Ironman World Championship – Women’s Race
Switzerland’s Daniela Ryf crushed the bike course record (4:26:07) on her way to establishing the fastest Ironman finishing time for a woman in history at 8:26:18.
Switzerland’s Daniela Ryf crushed the bike course record (4:26:07) on her way to establishing the fastest Ironman finishing time for a woman in history at 8:26:18.
The 2018 Ironman World Championship is a triathlon that will likely sit atop the record books for years to come.
Switzerland’s Daniela Ryf came out of the swim in a slower (for her) 57:26 after being stung by a jellyfish, then crushed the bike course record in 4:26:07 and posted a sub-three Kona marathon (2:57:05)—crossing the finish line in 8:26:18.
Patrick Lange claimed his second Ironman world title—putting together a 50:37 swim, 4:16:05 bike, and 2:41:32 marathon to establish a new course record of 7:52:39.
Our own Brad Culp sat the Ironman bike record holder (Starykowicz) and the Kona bike record holder (Wurf) down for a delightfully punchy chat just ahead of the 2018 Ironman World Championship. Who’s the greatest cyclist in Ironman history?
A group of 30 industry experts came together on Friday to tally the makeup of all 2,500 bikes to check-in on the Kona Pier ahead of the Ironman World Championship.
Bike check-in served as the final task before athletes headed home and got one more nervous night of sleep before race morning.
Tim O’Donnell will be riding a Trek Speed Concept Project One ICON Team in size large.
As the world has changed, so has much of the Hawaii Ironman, but as the clock winds down to midnight on race day, we get a glimpse of what it once was.
This 36-year-old mom and former pro netball player believes fitness and training for sport can make women not only healthier and stronger, but happier.
A close-up look at the Dimond Marquise Kyle Buckingham will ride in the 2018 Ironman World Championship.
It's been a long, hard road back but the 40-year-old says he wants to be able to walk away from the sport on his terms.
Presenting the big questions last year's runner up answered on the island this week:
We sat down with four former world champions for a candid chat about who they think has the best shot of waking up on Sunday with a new world title next to their name.
The endearing, surprising answers from this year's Kona qualifiers.
Aussie Sarah Crowley rides a tricked-out Canyon Speedmax SLX with a few custom touches.
Father-daughter duo Phil and Ophelie Saussus both qualified to race Kona, and they plan to finish it together.
The Big Island is unkind to first-time winners of the Hawaii Ironman.
Ironman competitor Mania-Maria Bikof spearheads an international group of volunteers who help her rescue thousands of refugees in the Aegean Sea.
2017 Ironman world champion and course record holder Patrick Lange of Germany is back on the Big Island and ready to defend his title.
Lionel Sanders hosted a private press conference for media and sponsors this morning, and as always, he was the ultimate open book.
Matt Russell talks about second chances, unexpected gifts from the Big Island, and living his life with a new sense of passion since his life-changing accident in 2017.
We got a great look at Daniela Ryf’s brand new 2019 Felt IA FRD Disc
The ex-pro-turned-triathlete says endurance sport has taken him to limits and places he’s never felt before.
It was a rainy Tuesday afternoon in Kona, but that didn't stop the Ironman World Championship athletes from proudly representing their countries in the Parade of Nations
Like triathlon, David Knox’s quest to acquire every original Kona poster and signature from every world champion may seem quixotic, but it’s actually all about what you get along the way.
In May 2018, while out training for the Ironman qualifier race in her hometown of Boulder, Colo., 47-year-old Triny Willerton was struck by a pickup truck—now she's competing in Kona.
We spotted Natasha Badmann's unique-looking custom CAT Cheetah at the Kona Community Aquatic Center.
New Zealand's Teresa Adam had a breakthrough win at this year's Ironman Asia-Pacific Championship in Cairns, Australia
The classic tri bike unveils new design at Kona launch party.
Ben Hoffman had to pull out from the big race last week, but he's still on the island and shared his prototype Specialized S-Works Shiv Disc with us.
Or so it would seem.
What to know about the $14,000 “Kona-Optimized” bike.
Ken Glah’s love affair with the Hawaii Ironman began back when Ronald Reagan was re-elected president—this year he’ll be celebrating 35 straight years of racing on the Big Island.
Ironman is celebrating the 40th anniversary of this iconic race. Here’s a list of helpful facts to know before watching the big show this Saturday, Oct. 13.
A close-up look at the Diamondback Serios F American Matt Russell will ride at Saturday's Ironman World Championship.
Get a close-up look at the Trek Speed Concept American Linsey Corbin will ride at this Saturday's Ironman World Championship.
American Tim O'Donnell is looking to return to the podium at this weekend's Ironman World Championship in Kona.
In a place created entirely by molten lava, this year’s eruption on the Big Island reminds us that the volcanoes are in charge of our most hallowed race’s grounds.
It's officially race week at the 2018 Ironman World Championship.
Finland's Kaisa Sali will look to improve on her pair of fifth-place finishes (2016 and 2017) this Saturday as she competes against the world's best.
There's a new potential bucket list adventure taking place in Eastern Spain.
We preview the professional women's field for the 2018 Ironman World Championship.
We preview the men's professional field for the 2018 Ironman World Championship.
An inside look at what it takes to fuel the sport’s top pros in their IMWC lead-up.
Ben Hoffman is out of this year’s Ironman World Championship due to a sacral stress fracture.
Triathlete contributor and swimming all-star Sara McLarty shares another swim workout to try this weekend.
Lionel Sanders has been to some pretty dark places, but now he's one of the most popular pro athletes in the sport. And he's just getting started.
This weekend we’ll be livestreaming MLT’s championships featuring the sport’s first-ever cryptocurrency prize purse.
Dream of toeing the line on the Big Island? Your road map begins here.
A bike accident left him paralyzed from the waist down, but Glenn Hartrick found a way to make his Kona dream come true.
A seemingly season-ending injury doesn't mean you have to give up on your goals.
Use these expert tips based on three-time world champion Sebastian Kienle's mechanics to help fix up your own form.
Both of the 2017 champions will be back to defend their titles.
Now in its sophomore season, the Super League Triathlon Series is bringing exciting (and spectator friendly) racing to the pro ranks.
The USA’s best bets for taking back the Kona crown in 2018.
Half-framed sunglasses hit the sweet spot for triathletes with protection on the bottom and unobstructed vision in the aero position on top.
Athletes competed in Brazil, Chile, Utah, New York, and South Carolina.
Two Brazilians earned the victories on home soil at Sunday's Ironman 70.3 Rio de Janeiro.
The single leg dead lift balances and strengthens your hip muscles, the ones that generate the most power when riding.
Tim Don shares the secrets behind his inspiring comeback year.
The Jersey crowds were treated to thrilling races all weekend.
French athletes Cassandre Beaugrand and Vincent Luis were impressive on the first day of racing at RBC Super Leauge Jersey.
Kelly O’Mara gets an inside look at the Bermudian phenom’s long journey to success.
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A look at two pros who have invested significantly in testing and development of race-day fueling strategies.
A look at some common pitfalls athletes experience through social pressure.
The best thing that you can do for your performance is to decrease stress by doing a workout that promotes recovery.
Got an invite for ultimate? Just can’t stand another minute on the bike? Sometimes, it’s OK to skip your regularly scheduled workout for a little side piece.
Belgium's Timothy Van Houten and Great Britain's Laura Siddall claimed the victories on a tough, hot day of racing.
Great Britain's Jonathan Brownlee and Australia's Ashleigh Gentle claimed the victories at the seventh running of the Beijing International Triathlon.
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An impressive lineup of athletes are in Beijing, China to compete in the seventh running of the Beijing International Triathlon.
We’ve fawned over Cameron Wurf’s numbers on the bike. Now let’s look at this data from the sport that really challenges him: swimming.
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Each of these three winners stood out as innovative, outside of the box ideas that could help push cycling gear forward.
Brent Herron is the owner of BBSC Endurance Sports, a Las Vegas-based race organization that annually produces eight multisport races and nine running events.
It’s easy to assume that the world’s best runners and triathletes spend most of their time pushing their physical limits to the brink—but they don’t.
Mike McCormack had a chance to sell Breck Epic and secure his family's financial future. It seemed like an easy choice, but it wasn't.
The Biggest Little Bike Show in the World delivers more fresh gear and plenty of sneak peeks for 2019.
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Stir up one of these editor-tested fruity, natural sports drinks to fuel and hydrate on the run.
Our editors break out their favorite, battle-tested stuff and talk about why this is their go-to gear for training, racing, and living the tri-life.
The annual Interbike trade show heads north to another, smaller gambling mecca, but doesn’t disappoint with some fresh tri finds.
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