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Romina Biagioli Targets Ironman 70.3 São Paulo Ahead of Kona
Ironman Brazil champion assesses bike progress, heat adaptation, and final tune-ups for the World Championship.
In an interview ahead of Ironman 70.3 São Paulo, Argentine triathlete Romina Biagioli details her transition to the full distance, her focus on the Kona World Championship, and key improvements on the bike.
Ironman Brazil champion Romina Biagioli arrives at Nubank Ultravioleta Ironman 70.3 São Paulo at a strategic juncture in her season. The race in São Paulo marks her final official competition before the Ironman World Championship in Kona, serving as the ultimate test of pace, heat tolerance, and consistency.
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Transition to long distance and Ironman debut
Transitioning from World Triathlon Olympic-distance racing, Romina embraced the move to long-distance triathlon and was pleasantly surprised by the new routine. Despite initial concerns about the solitary training hours required for Ironman, the Argentine stated that she thoroughly enjoyed the buildup to Florianópolis. Following her victory at the full distance, she overcame a bike crash and a bout of flu that sidelined her from Challenge Fortaleza, arriving fully recovered and motivated for the season's home stretch.
Cycling progress and settling the score with São Paulo
The bike leg required the most significant physical and technical adjustments during her step up in distance. While the run remains her strongest discipline, Romina emphasized that her cycling has progressed to the point where it is no longer a vulnerability. Returning to São Paulo offers a shot at redemption: in the previous edition, an uncharacteristic performance on the bike kept her off the podium despite clocking the fastest run split of the day.
Heat, fan support, and 70.3 World Championship qualification
Rising temperatures in São Paulo play into the triathlete's favor, as she openly prefers intense heat—the ideal scenario to simulate Kona's demanding conditions. Despite racing through a heavy training block without a full taper from her coach, Romina aims for a consistent performance and confirmed her intention to accept a 70.3 World Championship slot if she qualifies in São Paulo.
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