The International Triathlon Union (ITU) today announced a trio of host cities for three Multisport World Championships in 2014 and 2015. The 2014 ITU Cross Triathlon World Championships were awarded to Zittau, Germany. In 2015, the ITU Duathlon World Championships will be hosted by Adelaide, Australia, while the ITU Long Distance Triathlon will be held […]
Archive | October, 2012
UCI takes decisive action in wake of Lance Armstrong affair
The Management Committee of the International Cycling Union (UCI), meeting in Geneva today, decided a number of critical measures in the wake of the USADA ‘Reasoned Decision’ on Lance Armstrong. The Committee acknowledged that decisive action was needed in response to the report. With respect to Lance Armstrong and the implications of the USADA sanctions […]
Le Tour 100 : 100% French
From 29th June to 21st July 2013, the hundredth edition of the Tour de France will take the riders, support staff, spectators and viewers on a 3,360-km route that will remain exclusively within France’s borders. After a first stay in Corsica, the Big Loop will visit the country’s wonders and will providing the climbers in […]
WADA President on UCI decision in Lance Armstrong case
Having had the opportunity to examine the decision of the UCI regarding United States Anti-Doping (USADA) versus Lance Armstrong, WADA understands why the UCI has chosen not to appeal based on the overwhelming evidence of systematic doping in the US Postal Team. WADA is encouraged that the UCI feels it can use this case as […]
UCI statement on Rabobank decision
The UCI acknowledges the decision of Rabobank to withdraw from cycling after 17 years of involvement with the sport as principal sponsor of one of the best known teams of the peloton. In light of the difficult period, namely the high public interest in past doping issues and perhaps a more recent action taken by […]
The UCI recognises USADA decision in Armstrong case
The UCI has completed its review of USADA’s ‘Reasoned Decision’ and appendices in the case against Lance Armstrong. The UCI considered the main issues of jurisdiction, the statute of limitation the evidence gathered by USADA and the sanction imposed upon Mr. Armstrong. The UCI confirms that it will not appeal to the Court of Arbitration […]
Lance Armstrong to step down as Chairman of Livestrong Foundation
Lance Armstrong, founder and chairman of LIVESTRONG, made the following announcement today regarding his status as chairman of the cancer non-profit organization’s board of directors: “In 1996, as my cancer treatment was drawing to an end, I created a foundation to serve people affected by cancer. It has been a great privilege to help grow […]
Pete Jacobs wins in Kona
Elite Male – Results 1 08:18:37 3 Jacobs, Pete 31 SYDNEY NSW AUS 51:28 1:49 4:35:15 2:02 2:48:06 2 08:23:40 2 Raelert, Andreas 36 ROSTOCK GER 55:17 1:53 4:36:34 2:33 2:47:24 3 08:24:09 16 Van Lierde, Frederik 33 MENEN BEL 51:36 2:01 4:35:25 2:19 2:52:50 4 08:27:08 6 Kienle, Sebastian 28 HOHENKLING GER 55:21 1:56 […]
WADA & WTC join forces
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) join forces at the IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i this week to promote anti-doping and to raise awareness for clean sport. Tuesday, Oct. 9, has been designated as the ‘Say NO! To Doping’ day, while the anti-doping activities throughout the week will be based […]
Leopard SA & Johan Bruyneel end their collaboration
Acting in mutual agreement, on October 12 Leopard SA and Johan Bruyneel decided to end their collaboration. From this day on, Johan Bruyneel will no longer act in the position of General Manager of cycling team RADIOSHACK NISSAN TREK. The Reasoned Decision published by the USADA included a number of testimonies as a result of […]
USADA statement
Today, we are sending the ‘Reasoned Decision’ in the Lance Armstrong case and supporting information to the Union Cycliste International (UCI), the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), and the World Triathlon Corporation (WTC). The evidence shows beyond any doubt that the US Postal Service Pro Cycling Team ran the most sophisticated, professionalized and successful doping program […]
Canadian cyclist provides evidence in Lance Armstrong investigation
CCES Press Release.(Ottawa, Ontario – October 10, 2012) – The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) commends the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) on providing the Reasoned Decision regarding the Lance Armstrong case and the US Postal Service Pro Cycling Team doping conspiracy. This information is important to maintain transparency, which underlies credible anti-doping […]
“The Russians invasion of Alanya”
Evgenia Sukhoruchenkova and Ivan Vasiliev claimed victory in the final European race of 2012 as Russian athletes dominated the season’s climax in Alanya. In a frantic finale in the Elite Women’s race, only five seconds separated the top three athletes. Sukhoruchenkova led compatriot Elena Danilova onto the podium (pictured above), but Radka Vodickova (CZE) was […]
Sebastian Kienle : Sometimes you have to risk
In Vegas I had nothing to lose and realistically no other option if I wanted to give myself the chance to win. That is why if I were a betting man myself I wouldn’t have put any money down on no. 21. The field was too strong and too deep, the conditions too selective to expect […]
FINA Open Water World Cup:Cunha (BRA) and Mainstone (AUS) prevail in Hong Kong race
Brazil’s Ana Marcela Cunha reinforced her lead in the women’s field by winning the seventh leg of the FINA 10km Marathon Swimming World Cup in Hong Kong on October 7. The 2010 World Cup winner took 2h11m48s30 to complete the race, collecting her third victory and sixth podium finish in this year’s series. Cunha timed […]
Dirk Bockel will race in Kona with hand fracture
Dirk Bockel’s final preparation for Saturday’s all-important Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, was disrupted last Friday, when Bockel hit his right hand against the mirror of the team car during a bottle exchange when running. Bockel suffered a spiral fracture of the fourth metacarpal. Team doctor Andreas Goesele: “This is obviously a serious […]
UCI Mountain Bike Marathon World Championships: Ilias surprises, Langvad confirms
The unexpected Perikilis Ilias (Greece) created a surprise this Sunday, becoming UCI Mountain Bike Marathon World Champion after having led the Men’s race right from the beginning. Meanwhile, Annika Langvad from Denmark retained her women’s title. The muddy and very dangerous course at Ornans, in eastern France, played a key role in the distribution of […]
UCI WorldTour: Tony Martin ready to defend title in Tour of Beijing
All good things come to an end, as the saying goes, and from Tuesday to Saturday, Tour of Beijing brings down the curtain on what has been an exceptionally spectacular UCI WorldTour in 2012. The starstudded line-up in Beijing, headed by defending champion Tony Martin (Omega Pharma-QuickStep) will ensure the 2012 season concludes in the […]
2013 Ironman European Tour
World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), today announced its event schedule for the 2013 IRONMAN European Tour featuring nine IRONMAN and 12 IRONMAN 70.3 races, including the Frankfurter Sparkasse IRONMAN European Championship (July 7th 2013) and the Sparkassen Finanzgruppe IRONMAN 70.3 European Championship (August 11th 2013). After adding races in Sweden, Norway and Austria to its […]
Brownlee aims to keep world title in the family
Olympic bronze medallist, Jonathan Brownlee has the opportunity to win the ITU world title. He will aim to keep the title in the family in the absence of Olympic gold medallist and 2011 ITU world champion, older brother, Alistair, who is not racing. Jonathan currently heads the world rankings with a cushion of 180 points […]
Rasmus Henning announces retirement
Press release: 36-year-old Danish triathlete Rasmus Henning will compete in his last professional race at the 2012 Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii on October 13. This will be the end of a pro career that has lasted for 13 years amongst the World’s best triathletes in both ITU and long distance racing. The Dane […]
Triathlon Best Coaches Special : Dave Williams
We continue the presentation of the best endurance coaches by presenting Dave Williams. Dave Williams is the coach of Loukia Lili, who lives and trains in the USA. We feel very honoured that a very talented and experienced coach like Mr. Williams gives an exclusive interview to our triathlon digital magazine. Dave Williams has served […]
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Who will wear this jersey?
IRONMAN unveils a new initiative designed to honor and build upon the lasting legacy of past, present and future IRONMAN champions. Through custom-designed race kits, the IRONMAN Champions Program will celebrate the iconic brand’s upcoming 35th anniversary while paying homage to those who have helped make IRONMAN the largest participation sports platform in the world. The IRONMAN Champions […]
Guiyang MTB Invitation Contest: the first of many?
A new mountain bike event in China has received the thumbs up from riders, teams and spectators alike. The city of Guiyang, in the south-western province of Guizhou, hosted the first Guiyang MTB Invitation Contest from September 26th to 29th. This event, the only mountain bike event on the UCI international calendar, served as a […]
Evgenia Sukhoruchenkova and Raphael Aurelien win Mondello sprint
Evgenia Sukhoruchenkova and Raphael Aurelien claimed victory in the penultimate European race of the season. In a stunning finale to the Elite Women’s race, only four seconds separated the podium positions. Sukhoruchenkova (RUS) finished in 1:03:12, just edging out Kathrin Muller (GER) to claim the gold medal with the German having to settle for silver […]
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