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From the shocking and scandalous to the inspiring and history-making, these are the 23 headlines that shaped the sport of triathlon this year.

Data scientist Alfredo Molinas dissects 2023 finisher data to unveil the fastest and slowest Ironman races of 2023.

Get excited! The 2023 Ironman World Championships documentary from Nice and Kona will be available for free on-demand streaming on Outside Watch starting December 30 - and we've got a video preview to give you all the goosebumps.

70.3s boomed from 74 races last year to 122 this year. Did any of the new races make it into the top fastest or top slowest of the 70.3 landscape? Let's dive into the data.

From breakthroughs to record-breakers, 2023 was full of memorable moments from the top pros in our sport. Triathlon analyst Thorsten Radde rates the top pro performances in triathlon this season.

CLM could end up bridging the gap between "the Norwegian Training Method" that requires multiple blood samples per workout and something far less invasive for triathletes—and it's already causing ripples in pro cycling.

Next year’s performance depends on what you do—and don’t do— now. Just ask Taylor Knibb. Here’s how one of triathlon’s biggest stars is recovering from her Kona debut and gearing up for the Paris Olympic Games.

Injury, illness, and burnout taught Olympic silver medalist Lisa Norden everything she needed to know to build a strong, resilient body for a second act in long-course triathlon - and a new Ironman bike record.

Travis Mundell recaps the final weekend of professional triathlon in 2023, with a double-Kiwi win in Taupo, a Kat Matthews victory in Bahrain, and the debut of Challenge Salinas.

“I’ve been in the same clinic where the same doctors as [former pro cyclist and convicted doper] Jan Ullrich and Team Telekom worked, but I didn’t know it at that time. There’s not a sign outside saying 'EPO Shots Walk In.'"

Way-in-advance prep? Check. Overkill training? Check. Race-day simulation? Check. Taylor Swift may not be a triathlete, but she’s one of us.

Some argue asthma inhaler use by healthy individuals falls under the umbrella of "grey doping." But new research suggests otherwise, in certain conditions.

We spoke to the CEOs from both Ironman and TriDot to learn how the partnership materially affects Ironman athletes, Ironman University coaches, and everyone’s data.

From Lisa Norden's blazing-fast 4:21:15 bike split to the Norwegian coach who won the age-group race while his pro athletes collected podiums of their own, Travis Mundell recaps a weekend of racing at Ironman Western Australia and 70.3 Indian Wells.

Get caught up on the most-read and most-discussed stories of November 2023 in our Big Monthly Digest of triathlon news.

"I never dreamed as a 7-year-old that I would have the chance to compete in triathlon in college, let alone with a team."

Smiles, sweat, and more than a few tears - Travis Mundell recaps a weekend of professional triathlon racing at Ironman Cozumel, 70.3s in Mossel Bay and Fortaleza, Laguna Phuket Triathlon, and Challenge Florianopolis.

Last week's lawsuit by TriBike Transport's cargo shipper—effectively holding 180 World Triathlon Championship athletes' bikes over $300k in unpaid bills—has been followed up with a class-action suit by some of the affected athletes.

When it comes to simplicity, silliness, and sincerity on the internet, Strava is all we have left.

Jim Janik staged a 511-mile triathlon from Los Angeles to San Francisco, a journey that entailed a 21.5-mile swim from Catalina Island to Los Angeles, a 358-mile bike along the Pacific Coast Highway to Monterey, and a 132-mile run to San Francisco.

In a lawsuit filed last week, one of TriBike Transport’s international shipping partners has claimed over $300,000 in overdue invoices and is holding 180 triathletes’ bikes in lieu of payment. Bikes from other events also remain undelivered.

Travis Mundell recaps a weekend of triathlon news from 70.3 Melbourne, Triathlon World Cup Vina Del Mar, and the 2023 Women's Collegiate Triathlon National Championships.

A new study looks into why people join triathlon clubs, and finds the benefits are bigger than just a good time - a tri club can actually make you (and the sport) better.

"When I left my former coach I really wasn't enjoying it. I just had to build a new team around me and be in a good place mentally."

Jason West has had a season no one could have expected. But instead of stepping up in distance, the American is stepping back. Could he be on to something?

We present a crash course on NCAA collegiate triathlon and a preview of the upcoming women's national championship so you can study up and cram for this weekend's exciting main event.

Travis Mundell recaps a blazing-fast weekend at Ironman Florida, 70.3 Los Cabos, Noosa Triathlon, and the Pan American Games.

With the recent announcement that 10-year-old Prince George is interested in triathlon, we've compiled some advice for Prince William and Princess Kate that even non-royal parents can follow.

What's happening to our local races? Is big-brand race consolidation just a part of triathlon’s growing pains, are we selling out, or is it something else entirely?

Pro triathlon analyst Thorsten Radde digs deep into the latest women’s PTO rankings, looking at those who struggled in 2023, those who bounced back from a rocky midseason, and those who rose quickly in the rankings in 2023.

Get caught up on the most-read and most-discussed stories of October 2023 in our Big Monthly Digest of triathlon news.

A heartbreaking sprint finish, a costly detour, a debut win, and one decision to change a whole series - it was a wild weekend in triathlon.

Underwhelming response for the women’s Nice 2024 event leads to addition of slots at select 70.3 races and for loyal age-groupers.

Patrick Lange, Nikki Bartlett, Cam Wurf, and more - watch the free livestream for Ironman Portugal this Saturday, October 21.

"Back when we first started, I couldn’t imagine a scenario like we saw on Saturday. It just seemed so far off."

Data from the women's 2023 Ironman World Championship makes one thing very clear: Women are crushing the triathlon game. Now what?

There was some fast and furious racing on the Big Island, but not everyone made it to the finish chute. What happened to those who didn’t?

Lucy Charles-Barclay's win at the 2023 Ironman World Championship showed that by doing the work, we not only become worthy - we become greater than we ever thought possible.

After four second-place finishes, Lucy Charles-Barclay writes history (and a new course record) at the first-ever women's-only Hawaii Ironman World Championship in Kona.

Feast upon the data and analysis behind the frames, components, aerobars, wheels, and more in the women's 2023 Ironman World Championship bike count.

"The quality is just so amazing that you have so many potential athletes who can win this race. You would need an absolute perfect race to be on top of everyone."

Bob chats with the first female CEO of USA Triathlon about the first-ever all-women’s day at the Ironman World Championship and the Ironman’s long history of equity.

As we celebrate the first-ever women’s only Ironman World Championship, this history-making duo joins Bob Babbitt for a trip down memory lane.

Mel McQuaid is the 50-year-old rookie here at the Ironman World Championship. Bob and Mel chat about how her mindset has changed as she has aged and the role it plays now in her training and racing.

A frank conversation with Ironman CEO Andrew Messick reveals details about the pro series, why now, what it could mean for pro world championship qualification in the future, and more.

2,000+ age-groupers, 53 pros, and 1 history-making day - we've got all the numbers behind this weekend's 2023 women's Ironman World Championship event in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.

She’s no longer the “unknown” mom from the United States - now there is a target firmly on her back as she comes into this year’s Kona race as the defending champion.

Surviving a boat wreck, adrift at sea, and coming back from that to become a professional triathlete: Els Visser has one amazing story to tell.

The "Always Smiling" triathlete is back racing in Kona after a few years away. We catch up with the now-mom of two before she returns to the course this weekend.

Hawaii Ironman World Championships is all about being prepared, so nothing throws a bigger wrench into the field than a strong, unknown quantity on the start list.

With one of the deepest, most well-rounded fields ever, and a historic women’s-only event, the 2023 Hawaii Ironman Championship could be one for the ages. We break down who to watch, when, and where.

The 60 year-old former pro is ready to race her 27th Ironman World Championship this weekend.

Haley Chura comes into this year’s race feeling ready to have a great day - and she knows she’ll be energized by all the athletes she’s coaching as they share the course with her.

Sarah True won Ironman Frankfurt in July, and she's looking to have a special day in Kona on Saturday.

At 73 years old, Sandi Wiebe, the “elder stateswoman” of this year’s Hawaii Ironman World Championship has mastered the art of blissfully unaware winning.

Our up-to-date breakdown of the top contenders for the podium at this year’s Hawaii Ironman World Championships women’s event.

The spotlight is shining brightly on young Taylor Knibb as the Olympian and two-time 70.3 World Champion makes her debut at the full Ironman distance here at the World Championship in Kona.

Kat Matthews comes into this year’s Ironman World Championship as both a crowd favorite and a podium favorite.

Last year, she finished 5th at her debut in Kona at the Ironman World Championship. Can Lisa Norden improve on that this year?

It's going to be a history-making day in Hawaii - and you won't want to miss a second! Watch all the action with the women's 2023 Ironman World Championship livestream on October 14.

With the number of slots available for the women's Hawaii Ironman World Championship increasing nearly fivefold, is Ironman letting too many female triathletes into Kona too quickly? We break down the data.

Travis Mundell recaps a weekend of pro triathlon racing at Challenge Barcelona, 70.3 Asia Pacific Championships, and World Cup Rome.

In a no-holds-barred interview with Triathlete, Weiss talks about racing over 80 times (including eight Ironman World Championship starts) since his suspension, his recent winning streak, and even doles out advice to other pros by name.

Inspired by Chris Nikic and Sam Holness, 18-year-old Adrienne Bunn is heading to Kona to become the first known woman with autism to complete the Ironman World Championship with the help of a newfound community.

Pro triathlon analyst Thorsten Radde breaks down the latest PTO rankings, from those who worked their way into the upper echelons to those who were surprisingly far back and who stepped it up late in the season.

The only American Olympic gold medalist began her 2024 Olympic comeback unranked, with no World Triathlon points, and an auspicious first few results. Where does she stand now?

A short-course focused weekend was full of big waves (and big drama) at Super League Malibu and World Triathlon Cup Tangier.

Get caught up on the most-read and most-discussed stories of September 2023 in our Big Monthly Digest of triathlon news.

Unpredictable racing at the World Triathlon Championship Series final, the XTERRA World Championship, and 70.3 Augusta.

Lionel Sanders, Jackson Laundry, and Tamara Jewett return for round 2 of back-to-back 70.3s this weekend. Here's how to watch the free Ironman 70.3 Augusta livestream this Sunday, September 24.

World champions will be crowned this weekend - and it's going to be a straight battle of the top short-course athletes in the sport. We preview the men's and women's contenders for the WTCS Final in Pontevedra.

After one of the most competitive seasons of off-road racing in history, the XTERRA World Cup series now comes down to the wire in Molveno, Italy. We preview the course and contenders for the men's and women's races at this weekend's 2023 XTERRA World Championship.

The 2023 championship season is going strong, but some pros are already looking ahead to 2024. Travis Mundell recaps a weekend of Ironman, 70.3, and Challenge racing around the globe.

The dethroned Ironman champion opens up about the worst year of his life and career.

The top nonprofits win a customized Land Rover Defender 130 and a pile of cash. Cast your vote starting on September 15 to help choose this year’s winners.

Pre-race discussion and transparency around centerline penalties at the men’s Ironman World Championship in Nice was a good start, but with so much on the line for pros, there’s more to be done.

After taking DNFs at recent world championship races, Pieter Heemeryck and Lucy Hall will be looking for redemption at 70.3 Belgium. Stream the race live on Outside Watch this weekend - here's how.

Remember reading about "a young pro who ran four miles uphill without shoes on the bike leg to finish?" That was a then-unknown Sam Laidlow. Read about the viral 2018 race that set the stage for his world championship win five years later.