The REAL Triathlon Podcast

An Update On The State of Triathlon with The Tempo News' Matt Sharpe


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In this episode, we had the chance to sit down with Olympian Matt Sharpe from the Tempo News. Matt gave us some personal updates, including how he’s navigating a broken toe (thanks to an unfortunate run-in with his dog) and his wife Kristen Kasper’s recovery from surgery. We also chatted about his race plans, including St. George, and what it’s like to manage setbacks while staying race-ready.

We dove into the big stuff too—like USA Triathlon’s financial struggles, the challenges independent race directors face, and how Ironman and T100 are shaping the future of the sport. There’s so much to unpack about what keeps athletes in the game and how to make triathlon more accessible for everyone.

Of course, we kept things fun with a “smash or pass” segment—spoiler alert: peeing on the bike during a race is definitely a smash! This episode is packed with laughs, insights, and a real behind-the-scenes look at what’s happening in triathlon. 

 

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Individual Instagram handles:

Garrick Loewen - @loeweng

Nicholas Chase - @race_chase

Jackson Laundry - @jacksonlaundrytri

Lisa Becharas - @lisabecharas

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