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In Episode 32, Lachie and Leighton return after a chaotic two weeks of sickness, racing mishaps and travel disasters. They dive into the drama of the T100 Dubai debacle, the lap-count confusion, and the fallout across the triathlon world, before unpacking the highlights of the 70.3 World Championships and other major results. The boys then welcome special guest Charlotte Derbyshire, fresh off her first ever World Cup podium in Tongyeong. Charlotte opens up about the relief of proving to herself she still belongs in the sport, overcoming a tough 2023 season where she almost walked away, the rebuild with coach Micho, and the training changes that unlocked her next step. The episode finishes with some fun rapid-fire questions and stories from the road, rounding out a big week in the triathlon world.

SHOW NOTES

• Why the pod missed a week: sickness, travel chaos & flu season
• Lachie’s nightmare Tongyeong trip: flight cancellations, race struggles & severe food poisoning
• Recap of the 70.3 World Championships — standout performances & key moments
• Deep dive into the T100 Dubai controversy: lap miscounts, athlete frustration & how to fix it
• Why multi-lap courses cause chaos & what organisers need to change
• Special guest: Charlotte Derbyshire
  • Her first World Cup podium in Tongyeong
  • Relief, confidence, and proving to herself she still belongs
  • Nearly quitting the sport last year
  • The role of coach Micho in her rebuild
  • Big training shifts: technique, easy volume, threshold work & moped sessions
  • Mental reset after missing U23 selection
• Fun segment: best/worst roommates, favourite race leg, after-parties & “stream team” picks
• Charlotte’s advice to younger athletes navigating setbacks
• Her Instagram handle & where to follow her journey