So many triathlon fans have longed for it, now it’s becoming a reality. Jan Frodeno is returning to the major long-distance triathlon stage on 3 July after suffering an achilles tendon injury. For his comeback, the multiple world champion has chosen DATEV Challenge Roth powered by hep, the largest long-distance triathlon in the world.
After a long break from racing and many hours of aqua jogging, the exceptional athlete is highly motivated, but will not compromise his health, "In the last few months I've noticed I need a set goal again and there is no more fantastic race than Roth. The spectators and the whole community there are just overwhelming. I hope to see as many fans there as possible. After my injury, I will be very careful and pull the plug if I have to and get out. But I don't even want to think about that yet. I'm just looking forward to a great race. See you on the start line!”
Race director, Felix Walchshöfer, is certain he will have no regrets about racing in the Home of Triathlon, “I can hardly find the words: all previous German world champions who are currently racing are on the start line in Roth. We are honoured Frodo chose Roth for his comeback race. The whole Roth triathlon district and everyone who contributes to the success of the event can be very proud of this. That's why I’m so happy to welcome all triathlon fans to the biggest triathlon festival of the year here in our region."
Three world champions also means a long-awaited duel in Roth with Patrick Lange among others. In addition, Sam Long (USA), Maurice Clavel (DEU), Andi Böcherer (DEU) and many other top starters head the world-class field at DATEV Challenge Roth powered by hep. Last year's women’s winner, Anne Haug, as well as the complete podium from last year with Laura Siddall (GBR) and Fenella Langridge (GBR) start among others.
The race will take place on 3 July 2022 without any covid restrictions. The race starts with a 3.8 km swim in the Main-Danube Canal, continues with a two-lap bike course over 180 km through the Roth triathlon region and finally a marathon. The event is taking place for the 20th time under the Challenge brand.
MALE PRO:
1 Sam Long USA
2 Jan Frodeno GER
4 Maurice Clavel GER
5 Patrick Lange GER
6 Andi Boecherer GER
7 Reinaldo Colucci BRA
8 Cameron Brown NZL
9 Christopher Dels GER
10 Magnus Ditlev DEN
11 Kyle Smith NZL
14 Robert Kallin SWE
19 Patrick Dirksmeier GER
31 Pete Dyson GBR
39 Sebastian Najmowicz POL
13 Thomas Davis GBR
15 Erik-Simon Strijk NED
29 Allan Hovda NOR
40 Michael Patrick Alonso Mckernan ESP
12 Markus Hoermann GER
33 Joan Nadal Clar ESP
17 Maximilian Rohde GER
16 Reece Barclay GBR
24 Jesse Vondracek USA
37 Christian Brader GER
18 Gergo Badar HUN
32 Jean-Claude Besse SUI
27 Edwin Dasselaar NED
44 Claude Lucas LUX
30 Florian Kandutsch AUT
20 Ruben Geys BEL
41 Klodian Mitri USA
43 Rodrigo Romero Garcia de la Cadena MEX
52 Zsombor Deak ROM
28 Elias Schipperges GER
22 David Rother GER
38 Ger Redmond IRL
45 Charles Martin FRA
35 Thomas Angerer AUT
21 Nick Staggenborg GER
23 Simon Huckestein GER
25 Garry Assel LUX
26 Matija Avirovic CRO
36 Chris Standidge GBR
42 Patrik Holesa SVK
51 Ondrej Kubo SVK
127 Christian Altstadt GER
129 Thomas Bosch GER
263 Christian Jais GER
FEMALE PRO:
101 Anne Haug GER
103 Fenella Langridge GBR
102 Laura Siddall GBR
110 Judith Corachan Vaquera ESP
107 Rebecca Clarke NZL
112 Maja Stage Nielsen DEN
104 Elena Illeditsch GER
111 Elisabetta Curridori ITA
116 Line Bonde DEN
114 Magda Nieuwoudt ZAF
115 Sonja Skevin CRO
105 Maja Betz GER
117 Anna Rovira Garrido ESP