Hayden Wilde

Hayden Wilde is an Olympic medalist and world-ranked triathlete known for his strong performances in competitive triathlon events. After achieving dual titles as a two-time XTERRA U19 and World Triathlon U23 Cross Triathlon World Champion, Hayden Wilde solidified his early career dominance in multi-sport racing. In 2016, he became the youngest winner of the challenging two-day Coast to Coast event, meticulously covering 243km of running, cycling, and kayaking in an impressive 12 hours and 18 minutes. Following this significant triumph, Wilde transitioned his focus entirely to full triathlon, aiming for Olympic competition.

In 2022, Wilde secured wins at WTCS Leeds and WTCS Hamburg, culminating in a career-best overall World Triathlon Championship Series bronze. He further triumphed by winning the 2022 Super League Triathlon Championship Series, with victories in three out of five series races. Despite a controversial 10-second penalty resulting in a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, Wilde’s exceptional sportsmanship received widespread acclaim. His remarkable progression continued into 2023, where Wilde ascended to the top of the world rankings.

He demonstrated consistent elite performance by achieving victories in a World Cup event in New Plymouth, a World Series race in Yokohama, and securing the prestigious World Sprint Championship title in Hamburg. These achievements underscored his sustained presence as a formidable competitor at the pinnacle of international triathlon. Further solidifying his status as a leading global triathlete, Wilde secured a silver medal at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. Guided by coach Craig Kirkwood since 2016, his sustained success across various international competitions continues to showcase his unwavering consistency and competitive edge, positioning him as a top-tier triathlete on the world stage.