Results/Photos

Date: July 25, 2026 Participant: Madison Wall #7229 Race: 2026 Spudman Olympic Triathlon Event: Olympic Triathlon Weather: Hot, but otherwise a great day for a triathlon.

Consistent Pacing Highlights a Strong Olympic-Distance Debut At just 13 years old, Madison tackled the full Olympic-distance course with a well-rounded effort. Her swim was a clear strength, ranking 283rd among female finisherswell ahead of her eventual overall placementshowing real comfort in the water. On the bike, she averaged roughly 12.7 mph, with several stretches climbing into the 1415 mph range, suggesting she found rhythm on flatter or downhill sections while working harder on the climbs. The run showed impressive endurance for her age, holding a steady pace in the 15:3016:20 per mile range across the middle miles. She closed strong, dropping her pace significantly in the final stretch before the finish linea great sign of pacing awareness and a strong finishing gear. Overall, a well-executed race with clear strengths in the swim and a smart, steady approach to the run.