Results/Photos

Date: July 25, 2026 Participant: Joshua Hicks #4119 Race: 2026 Spudman Olympic Triathlon Event: Olympic Triathlon Weather: Hot, but otherwise a great day for a triathlon.

Steady Pacing Across All Three Disciplines Highlights Olympic Debut Performance Joshua Hicks completed the 2026 Spudman Olympic Triathlon in 3:10:08, finishing 617th among 1,987 male competitors and 86th in the competitive 30-34 age division. His swim leg covered roughly 0.86 miles in 30:23, transitioning into a bike segment that spanned approximately 24.4 miles in 1:22:57 an average speed of about 17.6 mph. This methodical bike pacing helped him move up through the field at multiple points along the course. On the run, Hicks covered just over 6.2 miles in 1:00:39, maintaining a consistent pace in the high 9:00s per mile for most of the leg, with a strong final kick as he approached the finish line. His transitions totaled just over 16 minutes combined, an area where shaving time could yield a faster overall result in future races. Overall, this was a well-rounded performance across all three disciplines.