My SwimRun World

I’ve received a lot of questions about OWR this year and why we won’t be on the start line.

Every year, our team has had something to race for. At first, it was simply to prove it was possible. Then it became proving we could do it twice. After that, discovering just how fast we could go. Through it all, one thing has never changed… our love for racing together, pushing ourselves over long distances, and sharing the journey as a team.

This year, unfortunately, after a long winter and spring of training and preparation, the organisers were forced to remove almost all of the prize money and have decided to shorten the race time. It’s difficult to put into words how we feel because we truly love this race. Our decision is not just about the money, but it would be dishonest to say it doesn’t matter.
OWR is an expensive race in every sense of the word. There are the financial costs: entry fees, equipment, travel, and months of training. There’s the physical cost too. We’ve often crossed the finish line carrying injuries or completely worn down, knowing the risks are part of what makes the race so demanding. There’s also the cost of time: the training load, balancing work, and constantly trying to fit everything else in around the race.
But the greatest cost is the one paid by our families.

They are the ones who sacrifice the most. Summer holidays planned around one race. Tired parents after early mornings and late nights. Missing slow breakfasts together. Weekends spent away training. Babysitters. Countless little moments given up so we can chase something we love. The list is endless, and we could never have done any of this without them.

Over the last four years, this race has given us opportunities we never imagined, friendships, unforgettable memories, and experiences that will stay with us for life. We are incredibly grateful to Thomas and the entire @onewaterrace team for everything they have done and for the journey we’ve been fortunate enough to be part of.
We sincerely hope this isn’t goodbye, just see you later. We hope to be back on the start line in 2027.

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