5 Things We Have Learned From the supertri League So Far

Georgia Taylor-Brown has been nothing short of exceptional this season, solidifying her position as one of the leading contenders. The two time supertri champion has not only secured multiple individual victories but has also propelled her team, Crown Racing, to the top of the leaderboard​. Her control over critical race segments in both Chicago and London was a masterclass in timing and execution.

In London, Taylor-Brown’s tactical awareness and supreme final run stage gave her the edge in the final stages. She held off fierce competition from athletes like Cassandre Beaugrand and Taylor Spivey, proving once again that she is a force to be reckoned with​. As the series heads to Toulouse, her ability to adapt to varying race conditions—be it the tight technical course of Toulouse or the intense headwinds of NEOM —will likely play a critical role in her bid for the overall title.

Hayden Wilde’s season has been a tale of redemption. After a tough outing in Boston, where he was pipped to the line by Olympic Champion Alex Yee in similar fahsion to Paris, Wilde came roaring back with victories in both Chicago and London. His assertive racing style and strength across all three disciplines allowed him to turn the tide in his favor.

In London, Wilde’s performance was a masterclass, as he fought through technical bike sections and maintained his composure during the final run to secure a crucial victory. Surely he has the title all but secured?

Team dynamics have become a defining feature of the supertri League. The supertri format, with its emphasis on short chutes and multi-stage endurance, rewards teams that can execute synchronized strategies. Crown Racing, led by Taylor-Brown and Hayden Wilde, has been particularly adept at controlling races in numbers.

Podium Racing, currently second in the standings, has used similar tactics to remain competitive, with multiple athletes consistently finishing in podium positions in the discipline leaderboards. In both Chicago and London, their coordinated efforts during the swim and bike segments have been key to securing strong team points. As the series progresses, team cohesion and strategy will only become more crucial, especially in the challenging courses ahead.

Vincent Luis, a veteran of the sport, continues to impress with his consistency across the supertri events. While Luis hasn’t podiumed a race yet, his presence at the front of races has been invaluable for Crown Racing. His all-round skills—particularly in swimming and cycling—have kept him in contention throughout the season.

Luis’ ability to perform consistently, regardless of the race format or conditions, has bolstered his team’s chances of securing the overall series victory. His experience and tactical savvy will be crucial as the final two races unfold, especially given the unpredictable nature of the courses in Toulouse and NEOM.

With Toulouse and NEOM left to go, the series is far from decided. The final two races will be critical for both individual athletes and teams vying for the championship. The street course of Toulouse and the expected challenging conditions in NEOM will test every athlete’s endurance and strategy.

Rivalries are likely to intensify as athletes like Taylor-Brown and Cassandre Beaugrand battle for supremacy, while Hayden Wilde and Leo Bergere look to outmaneuver one another. These final two races will not only crown individual champions but will also determine which team takes the overall series win. Expect calculated risks, aggressive tactics, and high-pressure performances as the stakes rise.

With the finish line in sight, the 2024 supertri League promises a thrilling conclusion, as the best triathletes in the world push themselves to the limit in pursuit of victory.