Katie Zafares

American Katie Zaferes has raced her last triathlon as a pro. The two-time Olympic medalist and 2019 World Triathlon world champion talks with Triathlete about the decision to retire now and why she opted out of moving up to long-course racing.

The newly-married Zafares had a stellar start to the season with a runner-up finish at WTS Abu Dhabi.

The American women were strong today in Abu Dhabi, with five finishing in the top 10.