The Triathlon Hour Answering Your Controversial Triathlon Questions
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Nov 24, 2025 The hosts tackle controversial triathlon questions, including the hilarious debate of one gorilla versus 100 athletes. They discuss ethics in racing after a coach ran alongside a competitor and critique broadcasting blunders impacting triathlon's image. Safety issues in open-water events spark a heated conversation, while they ponder the future of the sport if a major organization folded. The lighthearted 'are you cooler than this person?' segment adds humor, and insights into the competitive nature of elite athletes round out the discussion.
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Personality Fuels Triathlon Drama
- The Noosa finish and Hayden Wilde provoke strong, often humorous reactions from fans and commentators.
- Personality and spectacle can make athletes enduring characters beyond pure results.
Don't Coach From Beside An Athlete
- Avoid running alongside a pro to coach them mid-race; it adds no real performance value and risks penalties.
- Cheer and move on instead of attempting technical in-race coaching on the run.
Extreme Suffering Attracts Viewers
- Spectacle and extreme suffering have historically drawn wider audiences to Ironman events.
- Framing athlete hardship as entertainment is uncomfortable but explains some mainstream appeal.