In Episode 29 of The Unfunded Podcast, Lachie and Lleyton relive one of the greatest weekends in triathlon history — the Wollongong World Championships. From Rochelle Hill’s thrilling U23 sprint finish and Matt Hauser’s dominant world title win to Australia’s biggest medal haul in years, the boys break down every highlight, shock and celebration. They share insights on what made Wollongong so special, why Aussie triathlon feels “back,” and how this could mark the start of a new golden era leading into Brisbane 2032.
Show Notes
- Opening cheers & celebration for an incredible triathlon weekend
- Rochelle Hill’s U23 world title – a gutsy sprint and breakout moment
- Tara Skuse’s top finish and the rise of young Aussie women
- Course design, crowd energy, and elite commentary highlights
- Elite women’s chaos – Cassandra Beaugrand & Beth Potter’s dramatic race
- The men’s final – Matt Hauser’s total domination and what it means for Australia
- Comparing Hauser’s rise to Brownlee and Gomez eras
- Australian medal recap – elite, U23, para, and relay success stories
- Why Wollongong reignited hope for Australian triathlon
- Looking ahead to Los Angeles 2028 and Brisbane 2032
- Closing laughs: pool deck banter and post-race celebrations
Episode brought to you by Official Beer Co.
Produced by Podfire.
