Tim Don

Tim Don

• Website: www.timdon.com
• Event: Triathlon
• Birthday: 14 Jan 1978
• Height: 5 ft 8 (172 cm)
• Nationality: English / British

Tim Don, nicknamed ‘The Don’ is recognised as the face of British Triathlon – a World Champion and fierce competitor for more than 15 years.

Profile

Tim Don became World Champion in 2006 and today he remains one of the leading international competitors, a veteran who has lived the highs and lows more than any of his contemporaries. He also competed at the very first Olympic triathlon at the Syndey Games in 2000. He continues to perform at a top class level, securing first place finishes in the South African Champioships and GB Mooloolaba World Cup in 2008.

Q and A with Tim

What is your favourite pre-race meal?
A light lunch of plain pasta with fresh vegetables

What is your favourite post-race treat?
Hopefully Champagne!

What is your favourite memory from competition?
The feeling of winning a World title

What do you see as your top 3 notable achievements?
1 2006 World Champion
2 4x British Champion
3 2000, 2004, 2008 British Olympic Team member

What are your goals for 2009?
Races consistently and finished the year ranked in the World's Top 3.

What ASICS shoes do you have?

I train in the GEL-LANDRETH and race in a pair of custom racing flats.

Tim says:

"Train hard, win easy"