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IRONMAN Insider presented by Maurten - Episode 40 - Sam Long

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Sam Long canceled his race 30 minutes before the flight, realizing his body and mind were too tired.
Host Matt Lieto interviews professional triathlete Sam Long about his recovery after the Ironman World Championships in Nice, his thoughts on the rising competitiveness led by Norwegian athletes, and how he balances training with family life. Sam shares insights into his mental approach, course preparation techniques, and future racing plans.

As heard by us

A sharp, course-specific talk about recovery, execution, and what Nice demanded from Sam Long.

Sam Long gets a tight, useful interview because it stays on race execution. Matt Lieto starts with Long's results, personality, and the recovery hangover from Nice, then keeps circling back to what changed in prep for a course that asked for climbing, descending, and patience.

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Sam Long breaks down Nice prep, recovery, and Kona.

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