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Longshot Thomas, Favorite Cave win Wildflower

Jesse Thomas, a 2002 Stanford steeplechaser in his first year as a triathlon pro, shocked the men's field; after two runner-up finishes, Leanda Cave finally wins Wildflower -- by 7 seconds over Mary Beth Ellis

Samantha Warriner’s second chance

Late in 2010, Samantha Warriner had surgery to correct super ventricular tachycardia. Just three months later, she won Ironman New Zealand. The much-decorated triathlete recounts her incredible journey.

A day with Jan Frodeno

We had the opportunity to spend a day with Olympic Champion Jan Frodeno, and now share a gallery of our day with him in Saarbruecken, Germany.

Wildflower Contenders to Watch

With Michael Raelert not on the start list, the men’s contest is wide open; and with defending women’s champ Julie Dibens not starting either, keep your eyes on a talented and hungry women's field.

Kelly Williamson’s upward trajectory

Kelly Williamson started 2011 like a house afire with wins at Rev 3 Costa Rica and Ironman 70.3 San Juan. After a few hard knocks and two 5th place finishes, she’s got her sights set on the Texas Ironman, Lake Las Vegas and a rematch with Kona

The long road back for Alex M

In late February Alex Mroszczyk McDonald was hit by a truck while out on a training ride and he is now on the long road back. The North Carolina based Team Timex Pro is in good spirits though and had a few words with us.

The arrival of Sebastian Kienle

Sebastian Kienle had already shown his stuff in Europe and thus people there were somewhat familiar with him. He also had competed in North America before, but his win in New Orleans put him really on the map.