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South Wales Argus
07-08-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Kate Waugh out to be best of Brits at T100 London triathlon
The 26-year-old from Gateshead laid down a marker with the biggest ever margin of victory on her debut at the distance in Singapore. She has now settled comfortably into the T100 level, having prioritised a fresh feeling after making her Games debut in Paris. 'It was really important for me to try something new,' Waugh said. 'I think a lot of people post-Olympics feel a bit burnt out because it is a lot. 'It is a race that comes around every four years, and there is a lot that goes into it, emotionally, mentally, physically. 'After my off-season, I asked my manager whether he thought I could get a T100 contract, and when one came through, I just really wanted to take that opportunity and jump on the T100 train. 'I have been watching it for a few years now and really admire the women in particular who race the T100, I just see them as such strong athletes, so I really wanted to get involved with it. It has been really positive and really refreshing to try something new.' T100 sees athletes complete a 2km swim, 80km bike and 18k run, with London the fourth stop on a nine-leg tour around the world. Waugh currently sits third in the standings as she followed up her win in Asia with third place in San Francisco. T100 has allowed Waugh to focus on new challenges after a Olympic debut that did not go to plan (Image: PTO/T100) She believes she has experienced two very different races, with Singapore going perfectly while having to grind out a result in California. In London, she leads a British pack of nine women set to compete, with three-time Olympic medallist Georgia Taylor-Brown making her debut at the distance. No Brit has yet topped the podium in the capital, with Kat Matthews coming closest as she finished third in 2024. Waugh added: 'There are so many of us who are super strong over that distance. 'It is pretty cool that we have such a strong contingent from Great Britain, obviously, I want to be the first one across the line. 'I hope the couple of races that I have done can give me that upper hand over newbies, like Georgia, at this distance. 'I would imagine she is going to be really strong as well. She is a very well-rounded athlete. 'And then there is Lucy Charles-Barclay, Lucy Byram, and India Lee, who are all really strong athletes, so I am sure everyone is pretty motivated to compete well, which hopefully makes for a really exciting race.' The next T100 Triathlon World Tour race takes place in London on 9-10 August. Visit
North Wales Chronicle
07-08-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Kate Waugh out to be best of Brits at T100 London triathlon
The 26-year-old from Gateshead laid down a marker with the biggest ever margin of victory on her debut at the distance in Singapore. She has now settled comfortably into the T100 level, having prioritised a fresh feeling after making her Games debut in Paris. 'It was really important for me to try something new,' Waugh said. 'I think a lot of people post-Olympics feel a bit burnt out because it is a lot. 'It is a race that comes around every four years, and there is a lot that goes into it, emotionally, mentally, physically. 'After my off-season, I asked my manager whether he thought I could get a T100 contract, and when one came through, I just really wanted to take that opportunity and jump on the T100 train. 'I have been watching it for a few years now and really admire the women in particular who race the T100, I just see them as such strong athletes, so I really wanted to get involved with it. It has been really positive and really refreshing to try something new.' T100 sees athletes complete a 2km swim, 80km bike and 18k run, with London the fourth stop on a nine-leg tour around the world. Waugh currently sits third in the standings as she followed up her win in Asia with third place in San Francisco. T100 has allowed Waugh to focus on new challenges after a Olympic debut that did not go to plan (Image: PTO/T100) She believes she has experienced two very different races, with Singapore going perfectly while having to grind out a result in California. In London, she leads a British pack of nine women set to compete, with three-time Olympic medallist Georgia Taylor-Brown making her debut at the distance. No Brit has yet topped the podium in the capital, with Kat Matthews coming closest as she finished third in 2024. Waugh added: 'There are so many of us who are super strong over that distance. 'It is pretty cool that we have such a strong contingent from Great Britain, obviously, I want to be the first one across the line. 'I hope the couple of races that I have done can give me that upper hand over newbies, like Georgia, at this distance. 'I would imagine she is going to be really strong as well. She is a very well-rounded athlete. 'And then there is Lucy Charles-Barclay, Lucy Byram, and India Lee, who are all really strong athletes, so I am sure everyone is pretty motivated to compete well, which hopefully makes for a really exciting race.' The next T100 Triathlon World Tour race takes place in London on 9-10 August. Visit
Powys County Times
07-08-2025
- Sport
- Powys County Times
Kate Waugh out to be best of Brits at T100 London triathlon
The 26-year-old from Gateshead laid down a marker with the biggest ever margin of victory on her debut at the distance in Singapore. She has now settled comfortably into the T100 level, having prioritised a fresh feeling after making her Games debut in Paris. 'It was really important for me to try something new,' Waugh said. 'I think a lot of people post-Olympics feel a bit burnt out because it is a lot. 'It is a race that comes around every four years, and there is a lot that goes into it, emotionally, mentally, physically. 'After my off-season, I asked my manager whether he thought I could get a T100 contract, and when one came through, I just really wanted to take that opportunity and jump on the T100 train. 'I have been watching it for a few years now and really admire the women in particular who race the T100, I just see them as such strong athletes, so I really wanted to get involved with it. It has been really positive and really refreshing to try something new.' T100 sees athletes complete a 2km swim, 80km bike and 18k run, with London the fourth stop on a nine-leg tour around the world. Waugh currently sits third in the standings as she followed up her win in Asia with third place in San Francisco. She believes she has experienced two very different races, with Singapore going perfectly while having to grind out a result in California. In London, she leads a British pack of nine women set to compete, with three-time Olympic medallist Georgia Taylor-Brown making her debut at the distance. No Brit has yet topped the podium in the capital, with Kat Matthews coming closest as she finished third in 2024. Waugh added: 'There are so many of us who are super strong over that distance. 'It is pretty cool that we have such a strong contingent from Great Britain, obviously, I want to be the first one across the line. 'I hope the couple of races that I have done can give me that upper hand over newbies, like Georgia, at this distance. 'I would imagine she is going to be really strong as well. She is a very well-rounded athlete. 'And then there is Lucy Charles-Barclay, Lucy Byram, and India Lee, who are all really strong athletes, so I am sure everyone is pretty motivated to compete well, which hopefully makes for a really exciting race.'
Yahoo
28-01-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Olympic triathlete to be guest at sports awards
Olympic triathlete Georgia Taylor-Brown is set to be the special guest at the annual Isle of Man Sports Awards at the Villa Marina 27 February. The 30-year-old from Manchester, who secured medals at both the Paris and Tokyo Olympics in 2024 and 2020 respectively, said she was "really excited" to be invited. Taylor-Brown said: "I can't wait to meet the athletes and immerse myself in the island's sporting culture for a few days." Tour de France star Sir Mark Cavendish, Olympic equestrian Yasmin Ingham and Wimbledon debutant Billy Harris are among those nominated for awards. Taylor-Brown won a bronze medal in the mixed team relay for Great Britain at last summer's Paris Olympics. She also secured a silver medal in the individual triathlon at the Tokyo 2020 games, as well as a team gold in the mixed relay. And she is a former Triathlon World champion and Commonwealth Games medallist. Ahead of the ceremony, she said: "It will be my first visit to the Isle of Man, but I am well aware of the island's deep sporting roots." There are 14 nominees across the 11 award categories, including Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year, and Disability Sportsperson of the Year. Education, Sport and Culture Minister Daphne Caine said she was "delighted" the triathlete had accepted the invitation. "I am confident that everyone attending will gain valuable insights from her dedication, resilience, and success," she added. Why not follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X? You can also send story ideas to IsleofMan@ Cavendish nominated for top Manx sport award Call for nominations for Isle of Man Sports Awards Olympic snowboarder to be guest at sports awards Olympic gymnast to inspire at sports awards Isle of Man Sports Awards
BBC News
28-01-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Olympic triathlete to be guest at sports awards
Olympic triathlete Georgia Taylor-Brown is set to be the special guest at the annual Isle of Man Sports Awards at the Villa Marina 27 30-year-old from Manchester, who secured medals at both the Paris and Tokyo Olympics in 2024 and 2020 respectively, said she was "really excited" to be said: "I can't wait to meet the athletes and immerse myself in the island's sporting culture for a few days."Tour de France star Sir Mark Cavendish, Olympic equestrian Yasmin Ingham and Wimbledon debutant Billy Harris are among those nominated for awards. 'Deep sporting roots' Taylor-Brown won a bronze medal in the mixed team relay for Great Britain at last summer's Paris also secured a silver medal in the individual triathlon at the Tokyo 2020 games, as well as a team gold in the mixed she is a former Triathlon World champion and Commonwealth Games of the ceremony, she said: "It will be my first visit to the Isle of Man, but I am well aware of the island's deep sporting roots."There are 14 nominees across the 11 award categories, including Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year, and Disability Sportsperson of the Sport and Culture Minister Daphne Caine said she was "delighted" the triathlete had accepted the invitation."I am confident that everyone attending will gain valuable insights from her dedication, resilience, and success," she added.
