Frenchman Sam Laidlow will not focus entirely on the T100 races or the Ironman Pro Series in 2025: he just announced his calendar for this year, where he let it be known that he will follow his heart and not focus on series or rankings, but will go all out to win big races. “Rankings and series may fill your bank account, but titles fill your soul.”
According to former Ironman world champion Laidlow, each year it is harder to choose which races to participate in. “Especially in a time when our sport is evolving and growing at such a rapid pace. Being a professional triathlete right now is both an incredible opportunity and a challenge – it requires even greater focus and commitment to reach the top.”
“After much thought, I’ve decided not to pursue any overall ranking series this season, including the T100 circuit, despite my admiration for the positive impact it has had on the Ironman Pro series. While these systems are fantastic for the sport and for many athletes, my focus remains on what drives me most: winning the biggest and most prestigious races in the world. My ultimate goal has never changed: to be a world champion again. I’m following my instincts and dedicating myself entirely to the events that truly matter to me and to the legacy I want to build.”
Laidlow will race Ironman South Africa on March 30, the brand-new Challenge Sir Bani Yas in Abu Dhabi on April 5, at Ironman 70.3 Venice on May 4, at Ironman 70.3 Aix-en-Provence on May 18, at the Ironman World Championship in Nice on September 14 and at the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Marbella on November 9.
