Definitely, I think it could be something like that. Hopefully temporary but he definitely doesn't have his mojo going. It happens, though, and time will hopefully heal. It may be best for him to take some time off and refocus.

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There is definitely something off with him right now.He just seems totally distracted. I hope he can turn it around even if this trip just allows him to hang out with all the Tri-geek Pro's and have a little bit of fun.

They just interviewed Iden. When the lady asked him about Blu's chances he responded, "Pieter, he's a smart racer and a strong runner... Kristian's sometimes not the smartest racer, but makes choices during races..."

Haha, that was pretty funny.

KB has 2 minutes plus to catch. I predict he will push to get Heemeryck in his sights, but too hard and suffer in the conditions in the third third (6 of 18km). Or he'll stay controlled and settle for a podium (probably not in his vocabulary), given Paris two days ago and Lahti in 7 days (!)
One to watch: West, with wings! (for another second place)

Heemryck looking like the t1000 running:

If you truly believe Ibiza, Milwaukee and now Singapore aren't better than Challenge Daytona, then you are just anothet random internet troll and not a fan of the sport. You're nothing more than a contrarian as any fan would know these past few events have been amazing races.

The future PTO format has a chance to actually make our sport a huge spectator sport, which there is no reason it shouldn't be. These are the best athletes in the world and it's fast world class racing.

If you dislike Jack Kelly then you're clueless. He is the future as a commentator. No one shares his excitement and enthusiasm. It's unmatched. I'm sorry, but Carfrae, Crowie and others are boring af. Kelly is a much needed hype man for the sport. Every other spectator sport has some type of excitement. Have you ever watched ESPN or similar? They don't have boring commentators sitting around sipping tea and eating crumpets. Triathlon needs something better. Macca was onto something with Super League. PTO is the future and boring crap like IM long course is looking to be already in the not so distant past.

Language old chap, its sunday

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I'm never going to get into Heaven......Apparently Hell is where the party people go so I am cool with that. :-)

Cant please everyone apparently, even with all types of commentary represented
- composed multiple champion
- excited knowledgeable superfan
- professional sports commentator

The camera angles are impressive too

Didn't really hear what Crowie and Jack said that wasn't fit for broadcast.

There’s a cafe in New Zealand called the bugger cafe. It’s hardly considered a swear word is it?

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Jack was talking about the bike mechanic and said "He's gone Bugger this, I'm grabbing Mike Phillips bike"

After one lap (6km), KB leaving T2 1:50 down has gained 23 seconds on Heemeryck. At that rate, will not catch.
But KB has now surged (or Heemeryck tiring) in last 2km. Looking at West/KB gap. it's KB surging.
But West has gained only 34 seconds on KB. Again: not looking he'll catch (though into 3rd).

It is obvious taste differs. I have the opposite postion on nearly every single view you have on this.

I think we have our podium set as they are running now.

The traditional view of this sport has caused it to stagnate and regress in terms of viewership. Embracing change is important for the long term health of the sport. It will evolve and those that don't will be left behind.

If you don't like the direction of the sport and PTO then people should go watch lawn darts, disc golf or tennis.

Enjoying the race live on Eurosport here in Norway.
Norwegian commentator who uses a lot of splits.

Blu looks strong today. He is having an ok weekend. Paris and Singapore.

Oh! Didn't think of how one can change language in the app. Thanks!

Yes use of splits to give insight v important. West has gained 2:39 on Heemeryck in 12km (end Lap 2) and has 1:53 to catch on this final lap. Hunter mentality will mean West will catch. KB can only lose this by suffering his sudden injury routine.

22 languages

A third place for West would be disappointing. Imo he should be no worse than second on paper in this field.

At 14.5k

Blu (47.37 running split)
Heemeruck 1.12 back (50.41 running split)
West 2.42 back ( 47.38 sunning split)

Blu is now the fastest runner.

Is that the global broadcast? The GCN/Eurosport broadcast available in Europe offers me 8 languages. But good time to work on my Norwegian. 🙂

West no longer catching Heemeryck.
Long desperately trying to catch Baekkegard, but only a mile to go: reckon Long will stay in #5 (same position as Milwaukee).
Like KB Long is racing Lahti in 7 days!
But Chevrot is charging!!

1. Blu (1.00.30 run split)
2. Heemeryck 2.08 ( 1.04.19 run split)
3. West 3.15 (1.01.03 run split)