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South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Olympic champion Peaty completes first T100 triathlon
The 30-year-old swimmer is a three-time Olympic gold medallist, but was turning his hand to the three-discipline sport for the first time. Peaty completed the 1.5km swim, 40km bike and 10km run in 2 hours, 34 minutes and 36 seconds, posting the fifth-fastest swim of the day as he emerged from the water in 19:44. His future father-in-law Gordon Ramsay, who was heading Team Ramsay, was unable to compete, however, daughter Tilly and wife Tana completed the course in 2:56:16 and 3:06:40, respectively. The team, which also included chefs Paul Ainsworth and James Goodyear and para athlete Billy Monger – who competed in the Sprint distance – were raising money for Great Ormond Street Hospital. 'That was tough,' Peaty said. 'That was one of the hardest things I've ever done – but 100% would do it again! 'Yes, I've done training. Yes, I've done races under a minute. But I've never had to battle for two and a half hours and find different strategies. 'I may have used 70% of my adrenaline in that first 500m of the swim. 'My chain fell off my bike, and I was like, right, I know I've got to catch up time and try to average over 20 mph. 'I finished the bike, and my legs felt OK, but I felt a bit sore, and then that whole run, that was hard because I've never done a 10km race, let alone a triathlon 10km. 'Whether you're doing 100km or maybe Olympic distance today, everyone's behind each other.' Over 5,200 athletes took part in both the Olympic and 100km distances on Sunday, following the professional and sprint races on Saturday. Lucy Charles-Barclay won the women's pro race for her first T100 triumph as Hayden Wilde returned from a serious bike crash three months ago to win the men's race. While Gordon Ramsay was unable to compete due to stitches in his neck, he was on hand to make sure the team were fuelled before their race and welcomed them home at the finish line. He said: 'First of all, the T100 has to be one of the most exciting events across the sporting calendar. 'Triathlon for me is not only one of the fastest-growing, exciting sports on the planet, but it's family-oriented. 'My little Oscar's here today with us as well. He's six years of age, and he's already asking about triathlon for kids. 'No matter what shape or size you are, you can do a triathlon. Trust me, I'm six foot two, 220 pounds, not the lightest of chefs. 'Great Ormond Street for us is a hospital of utter uniqueness, and what you see behind the scenes in terms of where that money goes for the future development, to help keep those families safe and wrap them up in an environment that is incredibly special.' For information on how to register for the 2026 London T100 Triathlon on 25-26 July, visit
South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Charles-Barclay wins emotional first T100 title on home soil
Lucy Charles-Barclay claimed her first T100 win in style on home turf as she banished last year's London demons. The Hertfordshire native had to drop out of the 2024 event in the capital on the running leg but this year she surged into the lead at the same stage and enjoyed a victory lap. Charles-Barclay had previously finished on the T100 podium three times but finally made the step up to the top as she headed a British one-two ahead of Kate Waugh. 'I still can't quite believe it, especially after last year, having such a bad year and not finishing,' the 31-year-old said. 'I have completely turned it around and to win here in front of all my friends and family is amazing. 'I think that is maybe the most emotional I have ever been on the finish line, just knowing that all those people that I care about so much got to see me win." Having set the pace on the 2km swim, Charles-Barclay emerged with a two-second lead over Learmonth, with Waugh and Taylor Knibb within touching distance. Learmonth moved into an early advantage on the bike but no-one was able to establish a convincing lead with all four taking to the front across the 80km, eight-lap bike section. Charles-Barclay did give herself a narrow lead heading into the final discipline, with Knibb and Learmonth 16 and 18 seconds behind, respectively. Waugh was 11 seconds further back, but Charles-Barclay was soon reeled in with Paris Olympian Waugh moving into an 18-second advantage. Knibb was unable to hold the pace as she dropped back but with Learmonth also fading, she was assured of a podium position. Charles-Barclay refused to allow Waugh to extend her gap, and as they headed onto the fifth and final lap of the 18km run, the leader began to falter. Eventually, Charles-Barclay was able to overtake, and with Waugh unable to go with her, she was able to savour a maiden victory. She added: 'I really feel like this year I am getting back to my old self. I have just been really consistent all year in my training, and I feel like we are finally starting to see this in racing. 'Coming into this race, I knew I was in really good shape. I had an amazing training camp leading into this, and I have been away with my family, who have supported me 100 per cent and helped me to get into my best shape for this race. 'I knew I was in really good shape, I just had to play it down because last year was so bad. Just to be able to pull it all together and have a solid day all around feels amazing and getting the win makes me so happy.' For information on how to register for the 2026 London T100 Triathlon on 25-26 July, visit
The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Georgia Taylor-Brown battles through T100 debut in London
Taylor-Brown battled hard on the bike before a flat tire held her back, but she recovered to chase down two places on the run. 'It was really hard, a bit chaotic, it is very different with the race ranges and figuring it all out,' the 31-year-old said. 'At the start of the bike, we were quite a big group, so you are figuring that out and then learning that you've got to drop back and make sure you are not in the red. 'That was hard at first and then I started to get to grips with it, and I felt ok, and then I got a flat on the bike. 'Luckily, I was in a good place, I was right next to the mechanic, but that cost me a few minutes because we had a bit of trouble getting the wheel on. 'On the run, it was about seeing what I could do. It was a rough day, I've got really bad cramps, and I feel very sick, but it was fun.' The T100 format, which comprises a 2km swim, 80km bike and 18km run, does not allow drafting on the bike, which sees athletes change positions frequently. Taylor-Brown has already competed in sprint and Olympic distance triathlons this year but was taking on a race of this length for the first time. And she is ready to take on the 100km distance again, with eyes on T100 French Riviera at the end of the month. She added: 'I started to feel good on the run, I felt like I was moving well and felt strong once my diaphragm cramps had gone. "But then I just felt very sick and it is hard to push through then, especially when you are just on your own and have got nothing to chase anymore, so I lost it a bit. 'I am hoping and planning on doing the T100 in Frejus, so we'll see how that goes. 'My swim wasn't terrible, but if I can have a bit of a better one, and be in the mix a bit more than that would be nice. 'I am learning lots and there is a lot to learn. It is nice to be able to jump in and challenge myself.' For information on how to register for the 2026 London T100 Triathlon on 25-26 July, visit
The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Draper triumphs in sprint finish for best T100 finish
It sees Draper improve on his 15th-place finish on T100 debut in Vancouver, as he also claimed the title of best of the Brits. 'It was really tough, it is never the most enjoyable way to end a race, but great to get the crowd going,' Draper said. 'I know Sam has a lot of fans here, and I came in as the first Brit, so there were a lot of people cheering for me out on the course. 'I've watched Sam do that with Lionel [Sanders], so it is cool that it is my turn. It is pretty cool to come out on top as well. 'I could see Sam closing on the run, he is a great runner, and I actually wanted him to close a lap earlier because he is also a great block for the headwind. 'He came onto me with about 2k to go and he attacked a couple of times, and I managed to go with him and with 500 to go he said, 'let's do this fair, side-by-side'. 'I am from a bike-racing background, so I thought not everyone likes to play it fair, but you know what, let's do it. 'We came in side by side, and I managed to get the inside line through the final bend and opened up a sprint. I guess I am still only young, so I have still got some speed in the legs.' Draper came out of the 2km swim in 20th place before moving himself up into 13th on the bike, which consists of eight 10km laps, with Long over two minutes behind him. The American began to close him down on the run as he posted one of the fastest times of the day, but was not able to stop Draper in a foot race. Jack Hutchens came home five minutes after Draper as the second-best Brit in 15th with Harry Palmer a place behind him. Draper added: 'Originally, I was the only Brit as a wildcard, and then Harry and Jack were later added, which is great. 'I wanted to see more guys that are so deserving, we are all racing against each other at super high levels. 'My goal was input-focused, so I wanted to swim, bike and run as hard as I could and use who I had around me and race Sam, in the end. 'I was just focusing on doing what I could, and I'd love to compete against those guys and see them do really well, it is definitely not a rivalry as such.' For information on how to register for the 2026 London T100 Triathlon on 25-26 July, visit
South Wales Guardian
2 days ago
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Charles-Barclay wins emotional first T100 title on home soil
Lucy Charles-Barclay claimed her first T100 win in style on home turf as she banished last year's London demons. The Hertfordshire native had to drop out of the 2024 event in the capital on the running leg but this year she surged into the lead at the same stage and enjoyed a victory lap. Charles-Barclay had previously finished on the T100 podium three times but finally made the step up to the top as she headed a British one-two ahead of Kate Waugh. 'I still can't quite believe it, especially after last year, having such a bad year and not finishing,' the 31-year-old said. 'I have completely turned it around and to win here in front of all my friends and family is amazing. 'I think that is maybe the most emotional I have ever been on the finish line, just knowing that all those people that I care about so much got to see me win." Having set the pace on the 2km swim, Charles-Barclay emerged with a two-second lead over Learmonth, with Waugh and Taylor Knibb within touching distance. Learmonth moved into an early advantage on the bike but no-one was able to establish a convincing lead with all four taking to the front across the 80km, eight-lap bike section. Charles-Barclay did give herself a narrow lead heading into the final discipline, with Knibb and Learmonth 16 and 18 seconds behind, respectively. A post shared by T100 Triathlon World Tour (@t100triathlon) Waugh was 11 seconds further back, but Charles-Barclay was soon reeled in with Paris Olympian Waugh moving into an 18-second advantage. Knibb was unable to hold the pace as she dropped back but with Learmonth also fading, she was assured of a podium position. Charles-Barclay refused to allow Waugh to extend her gap, and as they headed onto the fifth and final lap of the 18km run, the leader began to falter. Eventually, Charles-Barclay was able to overtake, and with Waugh unable to go with her, she was able to savour a maiden victory. She added: 'I really feel like this year I am getting back to my old self. I have just been really consistent all year in my training, and I feel like we are finally starting to see this in racing. 'Coming into this race, I knew I was in really good shape. I had an amazing training camp leading into this, and I have been away with my family, who have supported me 100 per cent and helped me to get into my best shape for this race. 'I knew I was in really good shape, I just had to play it down because last year was so bad. Just to be able to pull it all together and have a solid day all around feels amazing and getting the win makes me so happy.' For information on how to register for the 2026 London T100 Triathlon on 25-26 July, visit
