Can Hayden Wilde and Georgia Taylor-Brown Win Three In A Row? | Athletes To Watch

Hayden Wilde enters the Toulouse event as the clear favorite for the men’s title, following a stellar season that has seen him dominate. Wilde began his 2024 supertri campaign with a hard-fought second-place finish in Boston, where he narrowly lost to Alex Yee in a dramatic sprint finish. This defeat echoed his narrow loss to Yee at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but Wilde used it as fuel to drive his season forward.

Since then, Wilde has won back-to-back races in Chicago and London, asserting himself as the top contender for the overall men’s title. With Yee not racing in Toulouse, Wilde's path to victory seems even clearer. His tactical brilliance has made him the man to beat. Wilde’s consistent podium finishes have also been crucial for his team, Crown Racing, who currently sit at the top of the team leaderboard. Toulouse's hilly terrain is well-suited to Wilde's strengths on the bike, and his versatility across all three disciplines positions him as the dominant force going into this race.

Georgia Taylor-Brown has been one of the most consistent performers in the women’s field this season. Known for her ability to pace races perfectly, Taylor-Brown has been instrumental in Crown Racing's success, just like Wilde. Her strong results in Chicago and London have kept her in the hunt for the women’s overall title.

Taylor-Brown is a well-rounded athlete with strengths in both the swim and bike legs, making her particularly dangerous on the technical Toulouse course. Her consistency and race intelligence make her a favorite to challenge for the win and extend her team's dominance in the standings.

Matt Hauser is steadily building a reputation as one of the top athletes in the men's field. Hauser has been consistent throughout the season, delivering strong performances in both Chicago and London. His powerful bike and run segments have seen him finish near the top in every race, and he will be looking to challenge Wilde for a podium spot in Toulouse.

With Yee absent, Hauser has a real opportunity to capitalize on the open field and potentially disrupt Wilde’s dominance. His aggressive racing style and ability to thrive under pressure make him one of the key athletes to watch.

Vincent Luis, one of the most experienced athletes in the field, has been a consistent performer throughout the 2024 season. Luis may not have secured a race win yet, but his consistent podium finishes have kept him in the running for a top overall finish. Known for his calculated racing style, Luis is always a threat in tight races, particularly in challenging conditions like those expected in Toulouse.

With Yee out, Luis will be looking to step up and challenge Wilde for the win. His ability to stay calm under pressure and execute a well-timed race could make him a serious contender in this crucial penultimate event.

The Toulouse race will mark the end of an era as Katie Zaferes takes part in her final professional triathlon. Zaferes, a decorated triathlete with an Olympic bronze medal and multiple World Triathlon Series titles to her name, is set to retire after this race. While she may not be in contention for the overall series title, Zaferes’ presence will undoubtedly be one of the most significant storylines in Toulouse.

Zaferes has had a long and successful career, known for her exceptional swim-bike combination and relentless determination. In her farewell race, expect Zaferes to give it her all as she bids a final farewell to the sport she has graced for so many years. This will be an emotional race, and Zaferes will be aiming for a strong finish to cap off her illustrious career.