Beth Potter and Alex Yee made their mark on the World Triathlon Championship Series in Yokohama this weekend, delivering performances that had fans on the edge of their seats. Potter, the 34-year-old Olympic bronze medalist, secured a second-place finish for the second consecutive year, crossing the line in 1 hour 50 minutes and 15 seconds—just two seconds behind Sweden's Tilda Mansson. The duo dominated the race from the start, battling it out in a thrilling sprint finish that kept the crowd roaring until the very end.
For Potter, it was a case of déjà vu. She narrowly missed gold in the same event last year, edged out by Jeanne Lehair, who took third this time around. Despite the close call, Potter's consistency is undeniable, as she now sits third overall in the 2025 WTCS standings. The British women's team showed impressive depth, with Sian Rainsley (10th), Jess Fullagar (11th), and Kate Waugh (14th) all securing top-15 finishes—a testament to the strength of the squad.
In the men's race, all eyes were on Olympic champion Alex Yee, who returned to triathlon competition after an 18-month hiatus. The 27-year-old, who won gold at Paris 2024 and later claimed the world title, has been focusing on marathon running, becoming the second-fastest Briton of all time in December. Despite the long break from WTCS events, Yee finished fifth, just 44 seconds behind winner Matthew Hauser. Hauser made history as the first man to defend his title in Yokohama, with Miguel Hidalgo taking second and Luke Willian sprinting to third ahead of Vetle Thorn. Yee's compatriots Jack Willis and Max Stapley finished eighth and 15th, respectively.
The para racing events also brought glory for Great Britain. Henry Urand claimed gold in the PTS3 category, with teammate Ryan Taylor finishing fifth, while Josh Landmann took sixth in PTWC. In the women's PTS4, Hannah Moore added a silver medal to the British tally, rounding out a weekend of strong performances.
Whether you're training for your next triathlon or just love the thrill of the race, these athletes prove that dedication and resilience pay off. Gear up like the pros and hit the course with confidence!