"Do you have any examples of this? I don't think I've ever seen any animosity in either direction." Go back and read the old thread on the pros getting a 15 min headstart at IMH. I think you'll see some animosity from SOME AG's against the pros. I agree with the others who say most pro triathletes seem pretty nice. I've had a couple homestay with me and they were the nicest and most humble people you'll ever meet.