The Triathlon Hour Hayden Wilde Is A Pretender + Is Science in Training Overrated?!
Sep 21, 2025
Get ready for some juicy drama! The hosts dive into the Hayden Wilde controversy and critique the T100 event. They celebrate Lucy Charles Barclay's impressive win, while also speculating about how this affects Kona. The conversation turns to the rift among the Norwegian triathletes and whether science or instinct should guide training. Finally, the hosts share personal pledges for future races and fun challenges, inviting listeners to keep them accountable. It's a lively blend of sports insights and playful banter!
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Max Newman BBQ Moment
- Jack tells a BBQ story where friend Maxi Newman asked to be mentioned more on the podcast.
- Sam and Greg share short race anecdotes about Max Newman that show his racing cunning and reputation.
Small Incident, Big Trust Issue
- The Hayden Wilde bottle/shoes drama is small in fact but large in perception because it signals mistrust about his honesty.
- The hosts note the controversy persists because Hayden and T100 kept reacting, prolonging negative attention.
League Needs Clear Accountability
- Jack criticises the T100 for avoiding decisive action and hiding behind World Triathlon.
- He argues leagues should enforce rules and support athletes instead of milking drama for clicks.