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Breaking Down the 2026 Ironman 70.3 World Championship Field

Data analyst Thorsten Radde breaks down the top favorites, the demanding course, and why the formidable Col de Vence climb will shatter the field at the 2026 70.3 World Championship in Nice.

Thorsten RaddeSeptember 8, 2026

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Why There Is No Such Thing as an Ironman (or Iron-Distance) World Record

Hint: There isn't really an Ironman world record. But there are some fastest-known Ironman (and iron-distance) times.

Susan LackeDecember 11, 2025

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Blummenfelt, Laidlow, Matthews, and Charles-Barclay Set for Historic Clash in Roth

With a historic field assembled on the sport’s fastest course, all-time records are under threat at triathlon’s most storied independent iron-distance race. TriRating analyst Thorsten Radde makes his prediction for how this monumental clash might play out.

Thorsten RaddeJune 30, 2026

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Ironman 70.3 Elsinore: Marten Van Riel Remains Undefeated as Kat Matthews Chases Down the Field on the Run

Marten Van Riel made it six out of six in 70.3 racing, while Kat Matthews kept her Pro Series hopes alive after chasing down seven women ahead of her with a blistering run.

Travis MundellJune 21, 2026

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These 2026 Pros Remind Us of Some Triathlon Greats

Mark Allen, Chris Lieto, Lori Bowden, and Normann Stadler are all names cemented in triathlon lore, but what about the new class? We look at the current roster of top pros to see who has flashes of legend-making brilliance.

Thorsten RaddeApril 21, 2026

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The Pro Pacing and Positioning Strategies to Watch Early in Saturday's Ironman Texas

Between top performers from last year's Ironman World Championship and this year's hopefuls, Ironman Texas promises exciting competition and a sneak peek at what Kona might look like in 2026.

Thorsten RaddeApril 16, 20261

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Kristian Blummenfelt Runs Down Jelle Geens and Hayden Wilde in Ironman 70.3 Geelong Thriller as Matthews Holds On to Claim Victory

Kristian Blummenfelt erased a 90-second bike deficit with a 1:06 half-marathon to take down 70.3 world champion Jelle Geens while Kat Matthews edged out Grace Thek by just 36 seconds to secure maximum Pro Series points.

Travis MundellMarch 23, 2026

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Trevor Foley and Kat Matthews Win Ironman New Zealand in Dramatic Pro Series Opener

In the 2026 Ironman Pro Series opener, Kat Matthews stormed to a course-record win, while the men’s race came down to the wire as Trevor Foley snatched victory in the final third of the marathon.

Travis MundellMarch 9, 2026

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Charles-Barclay, Geens, Blummenfelt, Knibb, and More Dissect Their 70.3 Worlds Performances

On TUEs, two-way battles, $70K injuries, and rule-enforcement concerns.

Tim HemingNovember 10, 20252

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Who Is Most Likely to Win the 2025 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Marbella? We’ve Got the Stats.

World titles and $1.7 million in award money for the Ironman Pro Series are on the line in Marbella, Spain, this weekend. Trirating expert Thorsten Radde analyzes who is most likely to win it.

Thorsten RaddeNovember 5, 2025

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2025 Ironman 70.3 World Championship: Updated Start List and How to Watch

This year's 70.3 worlds will feature an all-star lineup, including Taylor Knibb, Lucy Charles-Barclay, Kristian Blummenfelt, and more. See the full start list and race numbers for the women's and men's pro races, plus how to watch the free livestream on Outside TV.

Susan Lacke, Travis MundellNovember 6, 20251

Race Fueling

An Analysis of Ironman World Championship Pros' High-Carb Nutrition Plans

Top Ironman athletes are loading up on carbs like never before. A sports dietitian breaks down what they’re eating, why it works, and what age-group athletes can learn from it.

Susan KitchenOctober 21, 2025

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The Best Photos From the 2025 Ironman World Championship Kona

Re-live the pro race at the 2025 Ironman World Championship in Kona through the lens of Triathlete staff photographer Brad Kaminski.

Susan LackeOctober 12, 2025

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Kat Matthews on Breaking the Kona Run Course Record in Oppressive Heat

Matthews started the run over 14 minutes down from the leader. She finished just 35 seconds off the win.

Abby LeveneOctober 12, 2025

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What Gear Are the Pros Using?

What kind of helmet is Lucy wearing? What about Chelsea’s shoes? What type of tinted goggles will Kat wear at the 2025 Ironman World Championships?

Chris FosterOctober 9, 2025

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Kat Matthews’ 2025 Ironman World Championship Canyon Speedmax CFR Bike Setup

We get a close look at 2025 Ironman World Championship contender Kat Matthews’ sleek race-day setup that takes its cues from the dark Hawaiian lava fields.

Chris FosterOctober 7, 2025

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Breakfast with Bob Champions Edition: Solveig Løvseth, Kat Matthews, and Laura Philipp

Bob Babbitt sits down with athletes as they prepare for competition.

Bob BabbittOctober 13, 2025

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2025 Kona Ironman World Championship: The Women’s Pro Contenders

Three past champions and several top 10 finishers are the likely favorites for Saturday's Ironman World Championship in Kona. Trirating.com expert Thorsten Radde breaks down the competition.

Thorsten RaddeOctober 6, 2025

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Who's Hot, Who's Not in 2025 Pro Triathlon Season (So Far)

Pro triathlete Laura Siddall breaks down the various pro triathlon series and who is performing and underperforming this season as world championships loom.

Laura SiddallAugust 4, 2025

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Periault and Hauser Win WTCS Hamburg, a 37-Minute Ironman Victory, and More Triathlon Results

This weekend wasn’t an especially flashy race weekend, but it did shake up the women’s Ironman Pro Series points and involve an impressive win by 37 minutes.

Laura SiddallJuly 14, 2025

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Breaking Down the 2026 Ironman 70.3 World Championship Field

Why There Is No Such Thing as an Ironman (or Iron-Distance) World Record

Blummenfelt, Laidlow, Matthews, and Charles-Barclay Set for Historic Clash in Roth

Ironman 70.3 Elsinore: Marten Van Riel Remains Undefeated as Kat Matthews Chases Down the Field on the Run

These 2026 Pros Remind Us of Some Triathlon Greats

The Pro Pacing and Positioning Strategies to Watch Early in Saturday's Ironman Texas

Kristian Blummenfelt Runs Down Jelle Geens and Hayden Wilde in Ironman 70.3 Geelong Thriller as Matthews Holds On to Claim Victory

Trevor Foley and Kat Matthews Win Ironman New Zealand in Dramatic Pro Series Opener

Charles-Barclay, Geens, Blummenfelt, Knibb, and More Dissect Their 70.3 Worlds Performances

Who Is Most Likely to Win the 2025 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Marbella? We’ve Got the Stats.

2025 Ironman 70.3 World Championship: Updated Start List and How to Watch

An Analysis of Ironman World Championship Pros' High-Carb Nutrition Plans

The Best Photos From the 2025 Ironman World Championship Kona

Kat Matthews on Breaking the Kona Run Course Record in Oppressive Heat

What Gear Are the Pros Using?

Kat Matthews’ 2025 Ironman World Championship Canyon Speedmax CFR Bike Setup

Breakfast with Bob Champions Edition: Solveig Løvseth, Kat Matthews, and Laura Philipp

2025 Kona Ironman World Championship: The Women’s Pro Contenders

Who's Hot, Who's Not in 2025 Pro Triathlon Season (So Far)

Periault and Hauser Win WTCS Hamburg, a 37-Minute Ironman Victory, and More Triathlon Results

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