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Following a very demanding block of training, it is finally time to kickstart my race block! With a fourth and fifth at Noosa Triathlon the last two years, I am eager for a podium performance on Sunday. Lesssgo!   SUPPORT THE SHOW

Alex discusses our working relationship thus far, his journey into coaching, student background, athlete success, and much more! It has been my pleasure working with Alex, and I look forward to continuing our relationship moving forward. SUPPORT THE SHOW

I make my way home to Australia, and it honestly feels strange! Time certainly flies, and in a way, it feels like I never left. After being home for exactly one week, I am now off to the Whitsundays to race the Airlie Beach Triathlon, an event I won last year. 

Join me for the final instalment of the Europe Diaries! With plenty happening over the last month, it was nice to finally sit down and share the journey. I cover an array of moments, so stop reading, and start listening, haha!

Ellie shares her recent trip to France, where she was hit with food poisoning the night before her race. I hold down the forte in Vitoria and prepare for my next race at Challenge Gdansk. I also submitted my last ever university assignments, while Ellie sat three exams under supervision here in Spain. 

I take you through the moments that led to the viral sprint finish at Challenge Salou. A super long swim, a solo bike, and a well paced run totalled over 3:40 of racing, but it still came down to a matter of inches... Although initially bittersweet, the one now feels pretty good! 

We go on a journey from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Salou. Although it is only a 5hr drive, it was one big adventure! We explored the streets of Salou, before crossing the border to Andorra where we visited Bailey and his teammmates. Andorra certainly looks like a place that could become 'home' in the future...

The podcast is hijacked! Well, almost. Ellie not only joins me for her segment,  but for the entire recording this week. She takes us through her fantastic WTCS debut, and how her Olympic selection is unfolding. I prepare to race Challenge Salou, before visiting Bailey and Team Bridgelane in Andorra. 

I unpack my performance from 'The Championship' and share all my learnings from an insane day of racing. Crossing the line in 14th leaves me with very mixed emotions, but above all, I am eager to continue refining my craft here in Europe!

Bailey joins us in Vitoria-Gasteiz, and we show him all the local hot spots. I then travel to Samorin to race 'The Championship', and really enjoyed my stay at the X Bionic Sphere. It is truly a world class experience, so put this race on your bucket list!

I slowly become familar with the timezone, and really start to settle in to Vitoria-Gasteiz. Exploring many new roads has really kept me motivated! Ellie joins me to provide more laughs surrounding our electric car, while also giving a race review on her recent performance in the French GP, racing for Team VD Olympic.  Thank you for joining us on our journey around Europe! 

From racing solo off the front for 90km on the bike, to maintaining a ~ 3mins lead going into the final 5km of the run, I thought I would finally secure my first middle distance win! However, in a chaotic turn of events, I was directed off course...

I travel to Europe, with a stop in Asia for Challenge Taiwan. I share stories from my journey thus far, including long travel days, getting slammed with baggage fees, a school visit, operating an electric car, and everything in between... Welcome to my journey around Europe, thank you for joining me! 

I release my final European race schedule, while also announcing where I will be based for my time abroad. My international campaign kickstarts this weekend at Challenge Taiwan! 

Ellie shares the results that have moved her to 64 in the world rankings, and assterted her as a top contender for the year ahead. Ellie will be joining me on the podcast throughout our time in Europe, so stay tuned!

What a weekend! Ellie Hoitink puts on a masterclass at the Oceania Triathlon Championships, Jackson Medway wins the u23 Oceania TT Championships, Matt Greenwood dominates the u23 Oceania Road Race Championships, Bailey makes his return to top level Australian Cycling, Josh Perdrisat runs at the Australian Athletics Championships, Jake Rowbottom cycles across the Victorian border, and me... well, I...

The countdown to my European campaign is on! I am busy finalising all the logistics, while building my fitness to an all time high. Working through my final University assignments has also been a high priority.  Bailey and Ellie are set to race Oceania Championships, and I cannot wait to watch them perform! 

I finally reflect on the unfortunate outcome of Geelong IRONMAN 70.3, before sharing some of my more recent family adventures that helped me reset. My sights are now set on my European racing campaign, while also finalising my university degree.

Ellie finishes 4th (3rd Australian) at the Oceania Triathlon Sprint Championships, Bailey completes his biggest training week since his T1D disagniosis, and I celebrate my 25th Birthday. An action packed week before turning my attention to the Australian Long Course Triathlon Championships at Geelong IRONMAN 70.3 this weekend. I am really looking forward to racing at home! 

As Jake prepares to cycle approximately 2700km in just three weeks, he joins me to share all the insights into his upcoming journey. Not only is Jake riding to fulfill his own sense of adventure, but he is also raising funds for two fantastic charities. Your support is so greatly appreciated! Please donate and support Jake via the following links: Prostate Cancer Fundraising Link Breast Cancer Fun...

From battling the crosswinds, to a nasty blister, Mooloolaba Triathlon provided quite the mixed bag. Through all the chaos, I was stoked to secure the final step on the podium. I hope you enjoy all the insights from my perspective!

Following a highly successful summer of cycling, it was a pleasure to have Jackson on the podcast. In just 12 months, he has progressed from competing in C Grade, to debuting in the World Tour peleton. With such a rapid rise thus far, it seems the sky is the limit moving forward! Jackson Medway  

With success at Raby Bay QTS, I set my sights on Mooloolaba Triathlon. After a big training block, it is certainly nice to be back on the startline! I also discuss the current talent in our sport, which takes me back to my time as a junior athlete. 

An aspiring tennis star who took his talents to college in the USA, before switching focus and becoming a highly respected triathlete and coach. James joins me to share an array of stories from his time aborad, making this one of our most enthralling episodes yet! JT Multisport  

As Mum and Dad depart Brisbane, I reflect on all the memories we recently made. Ellie returns home from her first races of the season, while I gear up to test my fitness this weekend. I also announce my partnership with Inspire Athletic - an online one stop shop for endurance enthusiasts, family owned and operated out of Brisbane! Inspire Athletic