Smith Battles Adversity to Secure Top-25 Finish in Brazil
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Bermuda Olympian, Tyler Smith, successfully navigated the Elite field at the 2025 World Triathlon Cup Florianopolis in Brazil, showcasing his endurance and skill with a commendable twenty-first place finish in the Elite Men’s race.
Smith completed the gruelling course in a time of 55 minutes flat, placing him within two minutes of the winner. The men’s title was claimed by Spain’s David Cantero Del Campo, who delivered a powerful performance to clock the winning time of 53:24. Cantero Del Campo used a spectacular final run leg to reel in the leaders and secure his victory, finishing an extraordinary elite year on a high note.
For Smith, the result marks a significant step back into top-tier international competition after a prolonged battle with injuries. He recently won the local Cambridge Beaches Triathlon, but the transition back to the global circuit presents its own unique challenges.
"It took some time adjusting back to island life, after spending so many years overseas in different training groups," Smith admitted following the race. "Going from a structured training environment to basically being solo for an extended stint has definitely been a challenge."
His twenty-first position in the highly competitive World Cup demonstrates the hard work he has been putting into his rehabilitation and training back on the island, keeping him firmly in contention as he looks ahead to future international opportunities.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Olympic Schedule Unveiled Ahead of Ticket Rush
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The wait is over for athletes and fans globally. The LA28 Olympic Games organizing committee has officially unveiled the event-by-event competition schedule, outlining when every medal moment will take place during the Games in Los Angeles.
The Games are set to be the biggest ever, featuring 51 sports across 49 competition venues in 18 zones throughout the Los Angeles region and Oklahoma City.
In a major scheduling innovation, the Triathlon will return to its Sydney 2000 tradition by awarding the very first medal of the Games.
Women's Individual Triathlon will kick off medal ceremonies on Day 1, Saturday, July 15, 2028, at 7:30 AM. The Men's Individual Triathlon will follow on Day 2, Sunday, July 16, 2028, at the same time. All three races will take place against the iconic coastal backdrop of Venice Beach, featuring a 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike, and 10 km run. The Mixed Relay will be the final triathlon event, scheduled for Thursday, July 20.
The schedule also confirms key dates for the Games: Opening Ceremony: Friday, July 14, 2028, at midnight Bermuda time. Closing Ceremony: Sunday, July 30, 2028, at 1:00 AM Bermuda time.
LA28 Chief Executive Officer Reynold Hoover urged fans to prepare: “With Olympic ticket registration opening in January of 2026, now is the time to start planning what events you want to attend, which sports are coming to your neighborhood and the moments of history you don’t want to miss”.
The schedule also features a historic swap, with Athletics taking place in the first week and Swimming in the second, allowing SoFi Stadium to host both the Opening Ceremony and the aquatic finals.
Saturday, November 08, 2025
Bermuda Females Conquer IRONMAN 70.3 Worlds
Louise Wells
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Great Britain's Lucy Charles-Barclay cemented her name in the history books at the 2025 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship, clocking a phenomenal finish time of 4 hours, 14 minutes, and 54 seconds (4:14:54) on the challenging streets of Marbella and the region of Andalucia to claim her second IRONMAN 70.3 world title.
While the elite crown was decided, four determined Bermudian females delivered strong performances in the Age Group Divisions, conquering the demanding conditions across the swim, bike, and run legs.
Emily Nagel led the Bermudian contingent, finishing 148th overall. Nagel posted a total time of 5:17:24, with impressive splits of 30:56 on the swim, 3:07:15 on the bike, and 1:32:28 on the run. Her effort placed her a very respectable 28th among the Female 30-34 Age Group competitors.
Louise Wells was the next Bermudian to cross the line, finishing 705th overall in 5:53:54. Wells recorded splits of 42:27 (swim), 3:17:17 (bike), and 1:45:24 (run), earning her 31st place in the Female 50-54 Age Group.
Becky Ronaldson finished 1661st overall with a time of 6:43:44. Ronaldson clocked 43:29 on the swim, 3:54:05 on the bike, and 1:54:26 on the run, securing 246th place in the Female 40-44 Age Group.
Rounding out the island’s representation was Sharon Hammond, who finished in 6:57:45. Hammond had splits of 42:09 (swim), 4:01:58 (bike), and 1:59:23 (run), placing her 96th in the Female 55-59 Age Group.
The performances underscore the resilience and commitment of Bermuda's triathletes on the world stage.
Sunday, November 02, 2025
Smith & Hawley Crowned Cambridge Beaches Champions
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Bermuda's Olympic triathlon stars, Tyler Smith and Erica Hawley, delivered commanding performances at the Cambridge Beaches Triathlon to claim the Adult Individual Sprint Male and Female titles, respectively. Both athletes won their divisions comfortably, clearly demonstrating the distance between the professional elite and the amateur field.
Smith put on a masterclass in speed and efficiency to secure the Men's championship. He clocked a phenomenal winning time of 54:52, finishing nearly five minutes ahead of the nearest rival.
Smith’s victory was built on a balanced and dominant display across all three legs:
Swim: A blistering 10:05 to exit the water with the lead group. Bike: An impressive 27:00 on the cycling segment. Run: A swift 16:08 to close out the race and secure the title.
The Men's podium was rounded out by Jackson Langley, who finished second overall with a time of 59:26, and Gianluca Bortoli, who secured third place, stopping the clock at 1:00:08.
In the Women's race, Hawley proved her class, finishing as the top female competitor and an incredible 5th overall in the field. She completed the sprint distance in a time of 1:01:10, showcasing her all-around ability.
Hawley’s impressive splits were: Swim: 10:37 as she exited the water. Bike: 30:41 for the bike segment. Run: A rapid 17:54 for the final run.
The female podium saw Marie Dore finish as the second female and 10th overall in 1:08:13, while Lynsey Palmer took the third female spot and 11th overall with a time of 1:09:25.
The team events also provided exciting competition, highlighting the depth of talent across Bermuda’s endurance sports community:
Adult All Male Team Sprint: The Tri-ing to beat Tyler team secured victory in 58:23. This powerhouse trio included the 2025 Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race champion Matt Boys, and Bermuda Day Half Marathon champion Sean Trott, alongside Craig Munden. Adult Mixed Team Sprint: The JackZanderSkyler team, featuring Olympic swimmer Jack Harvey, Skyler Powell, and Zander Miller, clinched the mixed event title with a time of 1:02:33. Adult All Female Team Sprint: The Bermuda Tri Angels—comprised of Carmen Loots, Frances Smith, and Madelyn Moore—won their category in 1:16:48.
The 2025 Cambridge Beaches Triathlon proved to be a resounding success, headlined by dominant displays from the island’s Olympic representatives.
Hawley 28th in World Triathlon Championships Final
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Bermuda Olympian Erica Hawley delivered a solid performance at the pinnacle event of the season, finishing 28th in the Elite Women's Championship Final at the 2025 World Triathlon Championships in Wollongong, Australia.
Competing on the challenging course at Cove Beach, Hawley battled a world-class field to cross the line with a total time of 2 hours, 1 minute, and 38 seconds (2:01:38).
The overall race was won by Germany’s Lisa Tertsch, who had a phenomenal day to be crowned World Champion, clocking a winning time of 1:56:50.
Hawley’s final time was built on a consistent display across all three segments of the Olympic distance event.
Hawley emerged from the water with a competitive swim time of 20:11, positioning herself well for the start of the 40km bike course. She maintained her focus through the bike course clocking 1:02:35, before closing out the race with a sub-38 minute run time of 37:38.
The 28th-place finish represents a valuable result for Hawley in her first appearance at the Elite World Championship Final, providing crucial experience against the very best triathletes in the world.
