Postcards From Paradise: Taupo's World Championship Weekend
From Knibb's threepeat to Geens' record chase and cultural ceremonies that gave everyone goosebumps.
Aussie Wrap: New Dad Kibby Leads Local Charge In Taupo Tide
Seven days after becoming a father, Melbourne's Mitch Kibby somehow managed to lead the Aussie contingent at worlds with a gutsy 23rd, flying the Green and Gold flag in Taupo.
Barnaby's Historic Payday: Italian Veteran Claims First Ironman Pro Series Title
From chasing down a rough swim to banking the biggest payday in triathlon history, Italy's Gregory Barnaby proves that consistency trumps flash in the Pro Series finale
Post-Race Rewind: Inside The Minds Of Taupo's Top Guns
From chasing shadows in the Olympic circuit to smashing records in Taupo, Belgium's Jelle Geens reveals how patience, a fresh coach, and past failures crafted his perfect world title race.
Belgian Brilliance: Geens Demolishes 70.3 World Record In Tactical Taupō Takedown
Jelle Geens turned his Olympic speed into middle-distance mastery, hunting down hometown hero Hayden Wilde to claim his first 70.3 world title in record-breaking fashion.
From Second to Seriously Rich: Matthews Makes History in Pro Series
Five podiums, three silvers, two wins, and one massive payday - Matthews just showed the tri world that consistency beats perfection in the inaugural Pro Series chase.
Five Years Worth the Wait: Gentle Storms to Third in 70.3 Worlds Debut
From a dodgy swim sight to a blistering 1:16 run split, our Aussie gun showed why patience pays off, running through the field for her first worlds podium in Taupo.