Charles-Barclay, Blummenfelt Send World Championship Statements

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Good morning everyone,

After a hard day of racing in St. George, I’ve started to put in some work towards my next race at 70.3 Boulder. And for a few weeks of my prep I’ll be training with Jake Birtwhistle, a fellow Olympian and pro triathlete from Australia who’s staying with us here in Boulder ahead of his T100 debut in San Francisco.

I first trained with Jake when I was living in Australia back in 2014. Back then, the training environment was intense and every day you were surrounded by World Champions. We went through the trials of miles, and came out the other end prepared to take on the challenge of Olympic qualification.

• Now, the environment is a lot more relaxed, but I’m still trying my best to hang on during our workouts! 😅💪

And a big thank you to longtime Tempo supporter - TRIHARD - who are giving you 20% off their incredible range of products. Just use “TEMPOCARE” at checkout!

In today’s edition:

• 🔥 Charles-Barclay, Blummenfelt send World Championship statements

• 💰 How you can fuel (and save) well!

• 🚵‍♂️ And standing vs. seated while climbing!

Thanks for being here.

-Matt Sharpe, newsletter editor

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HEADLINES

Charles-Barclay, Blummenfelt Send World Championship Statements

What is it: This past weekend saw two major developments in professional IRONMAN racing that could have serious Pro Series and World Championship implications.

Charles-Barclay validates: On Sunday, Lucy Charles-Barclay (GBR) took a staggering win at IRONMAN Lanzarote crossing the finish line over 20 minutes ahead of the next competitor.

• With this victory, the 2023 IRONMAN World Champion ensures she will be on the start line to defend her Kona title.

But she’ll have plenty of competition as defending IRONMAN World Champion Laura Phillip (GER), defending IRONMAN Pro Series Champion Kat Matthews (GBR), and 3-time 70.3 World Champion Taylor Knibb (USA) will all be fighting for the Kona crown!

Watch: Lucy Charles-Barclay wins the IMWC after a thrilling swim/bike breakaway! 

Blummenfelt leads pro series: Fresh off his massive victory at IRONMAN Texas, Kristian Blummenfelt (NOR) continued his winning ways as he broke the tape at 70.3 Aix-en-Provence.

• The Olympic gold-medalist started the run in a small group before pulling away at the 15km mark.

• He now sits in first place in the current IRONMAN Pro Series rankings - and in the drivers seat for the $200,000 first-place prize.

Watch: Kristian Blummenfelt flies to victory in Aix

Tempo’s take: This year’s women’s race in Kona is shaping up to be one for the ages! But knowing how hard these athletes push in training and racing, we just hope they all arrive in Kona healthy and injury free! 🤞

And although the IRONMAN Pro Series was created in response to the T100 Triathlon World Tour, it’s showing that the “every second matters” model, and open access to all professionals is producing more intrigue racing than a closed model.

But don’t just take our word for it…

Women In Tri World Championship Report

What is it: Women In Tri UK has released a report analyzing IRONMAN results and the impact of participation-based slot allocation for the IRONMAN World Championship.

• This is off the back of IRONMAN’s recent announcement that they would be returning to Kona, which could see age group women lose out on World Championship slots.

Key findings: One of the main takeaways from the report is that on average, 30% of women finish within 15% of the AG-winning time compared to just 14% of men.

• It also highlights how high-performing female athletes can be disadvantaged due to slot distribution being tied to overall participation.

Call to action: In the report, Women In Tri acknowledges that IRONMAN is willing to review it’s slot allocation policy, and suggests a path forward that includes,

• Reviewing the Slot Allocation Model - Adopt a performance-oriented model that benefits high-performing women.

• Implement a Performance-Based Floor - Prevent roll-downs from being awarded to non-competitive finishers.

Read the full report and findings here!

Tempo’s take: Women In Tri have done a great job digging into the data and coming up with unexpected insights.

We’ve already talked about the return to Kona and the potential for age group women to lose out on World Championship slots

Deep down it doesn’t feel right that there wouldn’t be equal slots at a World Championship event. And if IRONMAN can only get a total of 2,500/2,600 athletes on the pier than having equal slots doesn’t seem like a bridge too far!

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TRIHARD’s Swimcare Revolution: Healthier, Chlorine-Free Skin!

First off, let's be clear, I’m definitely NOT a skincare expert.

But after 20+ years of bathing myself in chlorine in the pursuit of triathlon excellence, I’m VERY experienced with the downsides of the front crawl chemical!

Last year, I reviewed TRIHARD’s Swimmer’s Shampoo and Pre & Post Conditioner - and loved how it rinsed away harsh pool chemicals and killed that annoying chlorine smell.

• So when TRIHARD sent me their Pre & Post Swim Body Lotion, my expectations were understandably high. But simply using the product as intended wasn’t enough…

The Experiment

TRIHARD’s Pre & Post Swim Body Lotion can be used before and after swimming.

• Pre-swim, it creates a protective layer to minimize chlorine exposure. 

• Post-swim, it helps hydrate your skin, alleviate irritation, and remove chlorine odors. My experiment was simple.

My experiment was simple. Draw an invisible line down my body, cover one side with TRIHARD’s Body Lotion, do a swim workout, and see if I really noticed any benefits! Kinda weird…but hear me out.

The results spoke for themselves 👇

Post-workout, the TRIHARD side had no lingering chlorine smell. And the TRIHARD side looked and felt healthy immediately after training.

• On the non-TRIHARD side, crocodile skin - brutally dry and cracked!

The chlorine levels in my pool are pretty typical. So I was surprised to find I didn’t need to reapply the Swim Body Lotion after my workouts.

• Once was enough to enjoy smoother, healthier, and chlorine-free skin for the rest of my day!

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A Swim Care Revolution

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And if you want hydrated, itch-free, and exfoliated skin, TRIHARD’s After Swim Body Wash Extra Boost has embedded beads that leave your skin healthier and more refreshed!

• Don’t wait to enjoy healthier, chlorine-free skin and hair!

Explore TRIHARD’s incredible range of products, and don’t forget to save 20% with “TEMPOCARE” at checkout! 

FAVORITES

🍑 Gluteus whateus? Your glute muscles are crucial for cycling and running well. But while some are key for producing power, others are needed to keep your pelvis stable. This insightful video explains the different glute functions, and how you can keep them working at their best! [Dr. Lisa DPT]

💰 Fuel well and save: Fueling well is critical for endurance performance. But wouldn’t it be nice to save a few bucks in the process? Thankfully, this infographic breaks down the cost per carb of popular gels and hydration mixes to help you find budget-friendly fueling options! [The Huzzah Hub]

🥛 Protein power: Did you miss last week’s interview with sports nutritionist Eric Zaltas? Give it a read to learn why you may not be getting enough protein, and why leucine can help maximize your recovery! And learn how much protein you need with their awesome protein calculator! [Addra Labs]*

🚵‍♂️ Climbing technique: It’s the question we all ask ourselves as we approach a hill while cycling, How can we get over this as quickly as possible? Some climbs you might want to get out of your saddle, while others you should definitely stay seated! And this article explains how to do both well! [Train Right]

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QUICK NEWS

Seine swimming: A year after the triathlon was almost cancelled at the Olympics due to poor water quality, the River Seine will be open for swimming. At select locations…[RFI]

Pretty fly (for a tri guy): ‘If you want to look cool, just dress up for a triathlon!’ Pretty accurate words spoken by the lead singer of The Offspring, who apparently likes to compete in races between gigs! [Newsbreak]

IRONkids: More than 1,800 kids competed at the annual IRONknights triathlon. Many of which for the first time! [North Penn Now]

Yangtze river race: Swiss athletes were the big winners at the 2025 Yangtze River Delta triathlon, and so was the sport! [People’s Daily]

RACE WEEKEND

Yokohama WTCS

Matt Hauser (AUS) took the brilliant sprint finish in the men’s race, while Jeanne Lehair (LUX) raced flawlessy taking her first WTCS win.

Full event results

Yokohama WPTS

Lauren Steadman (GBR) took the win in the womens PTS5, while Alexis Hanquinquant (FRA) beat all comers in the men’s PTS4.

Full event results

IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga

A cancelled swim meant even faster finish times for Sam Long (USA) and Grace Alexander (USA)!

Full race results

Challenge Championship

Hanne de Vet (BEL) and Kristian Hogenhaug (DEN) were the big winners at the Challenge Championship!

Full race results

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