Endurance Talent Foundation

After nearly two years of setbacks, illness, and injury, Emma Boertjes has made a triumphant return to the international stage. The 30-year-old Dutch doctor and aspiring elite triathlete clinched a silver medal in the 30–34 age group and secured third place overall among non-professional women at the 2025 World Duathlon Championships in Alsdorf. A Dream…

For 2024, The IRONMAN World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, was the ultimate goal for Dylan. Countless hours of training and races, just to prepare for this brutal challenge. Here’s the race report, written by Dylan! “It took a while to put pen to paper about the Kona recap post. The result in Kona was a…

Another first-place finish in his age group and three out of three AG wins this season—these are the headlines that grab attention. But the reality behind Dylan Thissen’s performance at the Ironman Czech Republic 70.3 in Hradec Králové tells a different story. Despite a triumphant outcome, this race proved to be one of the most…

Preparing for 2024 IRONMAN World Championship in Hawaii Dylan, a determined triathlete with his sights set on the prestigious IRONMAN World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, has embarked on an epic journey of preparation and perseverance. Last year, he earned his ticket to Kona after qualifying at the IRONMAN in Barcelona. Now, as the countdown to…

On October 1st, 2023 Dylan Thissen, completed his first long-distance Ironman in Barcelona, finishing in an impressive 09:07. This remarkable feat placed him third in his age group and 12th overall, boasting the second fastest bike split of the race. His performance was so outstanding that it secured him a spot at the World Championship…

In the world of triathlon, success isn’t just about individual strength, determination and having a bike, a wetsuit and a pair of running shoes; it’s also about having the right mentor, guide, and coach. For the aspiring young triathlon talents of the Endurance Talent Foundation, Niels Ros is the silent force behind their journey to…