September 13, 2024
– Season 1 of ‘AN IRON WILL’ launches today with 5 episodes available to watch on the IRONMAN YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/@ironmantriathlonOn Outside TV and DAZN
– To kick off the 2024 IRONMAN World Championship season, ‘AN IRON WILL’ will follow five of the world’s best professional triathletes: Chelsea Sodaro (USA), Cameron Wurf (AUS), Daniela Ryf (CHE). , Kat Matthews (GBR) and Sam Laidlow (FRA) – Behind the scenes as they head into the 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship.
TAMPA, FL (September 13, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – IRONMAN launched today. iron will™, a brand new documentary that delves into the mindset and drive of triathletes as they push themselves beyond their comfort zone. pain threshold and mental obstacles in seeking opportunities to compete in the IRONMAN World Championship. Glory season 1 of iron will Now available, all 5 episodes are available for viewing worldwide on the IRONMAN YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/ironmantriathlonOn Outside TV and DAZN.
The curtain rises for the 2024 IRONMAN World Championship season.– Season 1 of iron will Giving viewers a glimpse into a diverse group of professional athletes as they try to qualify and prepare for the 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship triathlon, the series concludes with a day of competition. Some of them have fulfilled their world championship dreams, and others are left with unfinished business.
–iron will Season 1 lifts the curtain on the lives of the world’s best professional triathletes. By giving an intimate look into their minds. It invites viewers to learn what it takes to willingly push themselves to the edge of their perceived limits. and pushing further into the unknown,” said Julia Polloreno, Vice President of Content Production and Distribution at IRONMAN Group. “With the 2024 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship underway in just a few days, We hope that the audience iron will feeling inspired inspired And we’re excited to see many more incredible stories at the 2024 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship Triathlon, starting with the women’s race day in Nice. France on September 22.”
Season 1 of iron will There are five episodes ranging from 30 minutes to an hour. Each episode will focus on one of the following athletes:
Episode 1 – Chelsea Sodaro (USA): Sodaro shocked the triathlon world by winning the 2022 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship Triathlon when it was released. It was the biggest sporting achievement of her life, but Sodaro experienced her darkest days after winning. world champion With increasing expectations weighing heavily on her shoulders, Sodaro fights to defend her world title in 2023.
Episode 2 – Cameronwurf (Australia): Wurf is the most versatile endurance athlete in the world. After representing Australia as a rower at the 2004 Olympics, he switched his sporting interests to professional cycling. He is also a four-time Ironman. Champion. Wurf’s main goal in triathlon is to have the day he knows he has what it takes to compete in the IRONMAN World Championship and win the world championship. A fan favorite, Wurf has always been a fan favorite, creating a buzz on the track. With a charming personality Fierce athleticism and passion for high-level competition
Episode 3 – Daniela Ryf (CHE): Known and respected as one of the world’s best triathletes of the modern era, Ryf has won 10 IRONMAN World Titles (5 in the IRONMAN Series and 5 in the IRONMAN). 70.3 series). After relinquishing the IRONMAN World Championship title to Sodaro in 2022, Ryf sets out in 2023, hungrier than ever to prove that the crown is hers. Riff is a person who likes a lot of privacy. Opening up about her career outside of sports and what her future holds, Ryf lives by the belief that “Success doesn’t mean winning everything. But make the best of every situation.” And some of her proudest results didn’t come from victories. It comes from finding resilience and tenacity in the hardest of times.
Episode 4 – Cat Matthews (GBR): Matthews served in the British Army as a physiotherapist. At the same time, he rose through the ranks of professional triathletes. She finished runner-up at the 2021 IRONMAN World Championship held in St. George, Utah (May 2022 due to the pandemic) later that year. Days before her debut at Kona at the 2022 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship triathlon, Matthews was hit by a car while training in Texas. and almost died The road to recovery is slow and winding. But she fought strong. This is partly thanks to her military attitude. Soulful, grateful, honest, and unrelenting, Matthews There is a mission to realize her true potential in the lava fields of Kona.
Episode 5 – Sam Ledlow (FRA): When Laidlow crossed the finish line of the 2022 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship triathlon in second place. It was a life-changing moment. But since that day Ledlow suddenly felt the shocking pressure from his Kona. and stumbles on the racetrack through injuries and nutritional challenges. Still, there’s no denying that whenever Laidlow crosses the starting line, He is considered a strong contender in the race. And with the 2023 Men’s VinFast IRONMAN World Championship being held in the south of France where he grew up, Laidlow has a unique advantage. Eager to prove that he was not a one-hit wonder, and with his fierce style both on and off the field Ledlow has captured the eye of viewers and is one of the most dynamic figures in endurance sports.
Season 2 of iron will Production begins in early 2024 and follows professional athletes and age groups as they journey to the VinFast 2024 IRONMAN World Championship and VinFast IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship triathlons. This season also charts the first-ever IRONMAN Pro Series™. New insights and behind-the-scenes photos Further details and confirmation of the athletes featured will be announced at a later date.
iron will The documentary was filmed and produced by IRONMAN Productions. team.
Athletes looking for a path to the 2025 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship and 2025 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship can visit www.ironman.com/races–
For more information about the 2024 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship Triathlon, please visit www.ironman.com/im-world-championship– To learn more about the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 brands and their activity series, visit www.ironman.com– The media can inquire for information at press@ironman.com
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About the Ironman World Championships
Since its inception in 1978 on the island of O`ahu, the IRONMAN World Championship has been Triathlon has etched its name in history through outstanding performances. Inspirational participants and emotional memories. In 1981, the race moved from the quiet coast of Waikīkī to the barren lava fields of Kona on Hawai`i Island. The world’s most iconic one-day sporting event culminates with 40 IRONMAN. Around the world With more than 94,000 athletes worldwide striving for one of the coveted qualifying slots, the 2021 event takes place in St. George, Utah in May 2022, becoming the first such venue. Off-Hawaii event since its inception in 1978 after a two-year hiatus from Hawaii due to COVID. Racing returns to Kailua-Kona in 2022 and for the first time is a two-day event. The 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship continues as a two-day event. But there are two different host venues and dates (Nice, France in September and Kailua-Kona Hawaii Island in October) to have a world championship specifically for women. and the men’s-only world championships The cumulative event sees more than 4,000 athletes travel 140.6 miles, the ultimate test of body, mind and spirit to be crowned IRONMAN World Champion in 2024. The women’s rotation will take place in Nice. France while the men will return to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, to host their respective world championships. For more information Please visit www.ironman.com/im-world-championship–
About the Ironman Pro Series
The IRONMAN Pro Series™ is a world-class series focused on year-round performance. where professional triathletes earn points by competing in 20 events in 19 locations around the world, vying for the IRONMAN Pro Series championship title and a share of $1.7 million in annual revenue – completing the bonus prize pool. Athletes will continue to battle for each event’s prize pool, which is worth more than $2.5 million. And the coveted world championship slot, the IRONMAN Pro Series, will feature six full-distance IRONMANs. Triathlon and 10 half-way IRONMAN events 70.3 Triathlon, in addition to the division of women’s and men’s VinFast IRONMAN World Championship titles. Triathlon and the 2-day VinFast IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship for women and men. Open to approximately 1,000 qualified professional triathletes worldwide, the IRONMAN Pro Series will usher in a new era of IRONMAN racing where every second is importance With every second behind the race winner equal to points gained or lost, every IRONMAN Pro Series race is broadcast live and free to viewers around the world. By combining iconic distances Challenging course and stunning destinations An additional 18 events throughout 2024 will feature professional IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 competition and world championship opportunities. Including more than $1.6 million in prize money. to create a total professional prize purse of nearly $6 million by 2024. For more information: Please visit proseries.ironman.com–
About the Ironman group
The IRONMAN Group carries out global activities including IRONMAN. Ironman Triathlon Series 70.3 Triathlon Series, Triathlon Series 5150™, Rock and Roll IRONKIDS Running SeriesWorld Triathlon Championship Series leading running events including the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon™ and City2Surf.Ministry of Defense World Series trail running events including Canyons Endurance Runs™ by UTMBTarawera Ultra-Trail™ by UTMB and Ultra-Trail Australia™ by UTMB.The Epic Series™ mountain bike race includes the Absa Cape Epic.Road cycling activities and other multisport competitions. The IRONMAN Group is the world’s largest operator of mass participation sports. It allows participants to benefit from endurance sports through the company’s many offerings. To support the full athlete experience The company’s portfolio also includes FulGaz. virtual cycling The most realistic indoor riding experience connected to fitness applications aimed at preparing athletes for real-world activities. Since its inception, the iconic IRONMAN And at the first competition in 1978, the athlete proved that anything is possible. By crossing finish lines around the world From individual competitions, the IRONMAN Group has grown to become a global sensation with hundreds of events in over 55 countries. IRONMAN Group is owned by Advance, a private family-owned business, and Orkila Capital, a private equity firm. Growth focused on building great brands For more information Please visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group–
About Advance
Advance is a private family owned business that invests in companies. in media, entertainment, technology, communications, education and other growth sectors. that has good trends Our mission is to create long-term value for our companies by fostering growth and innovation. Advance’s portfolio includes Condé Nast, Advance Local, Stage Entertainment, The IRONMAN Group, American City Business Journals, Leaders Group, Turnitin and Pop Company. Together, these operations employ more than 14,000 people in 29 countries. Advance is also one of the largest shareholders in Charter Communications, Warner Bros. Discovery and Reddit. For more information, visit http://www.advance.com. www.advance.com–
