Anne Haug World record Triathlon
New record at the Challenge Roth
Anne Haug triathlon world record: New record at the Challenge Roth
The 41-year old triathlete and Reboots athlete Anne Haug, originally from Franconia, has rewritten history. At this year's Challenge Roth, she set a new world record with 8:02:38 hours, thereby strengthening her impressive career. With this outstanding performance achieved on 7th July 2024, she was six minutes faster than the previous record holder Daniela Ryf. What an unbelievable day, what an unbelievable new world record time of the German (and also three-time ) Roth-winner!
Triathlete Anne Haug
Milestones and achievements of Anne Haug so far:
In her impressive career as a triathlete, Anne Haug has celebrated many achievements. Her journey towards the very top of the game is characterised by outstanding performances and tireless efforts and commitment that she has taken to become one of the most successful athletes of her discipline.
- Ironman world championship winner 2019: Anne Haug won the Ironman Hawaii, and became the first German woman to have won this prestigious title.
- Many times winner of the Challenge Roth: With her latest world record, Anne Haug won the race for the third time.
- ITU World Triathlon Series: Multiple podium finishes in the ITU World Triathlon Series, which include wins in Hamburg and Auckland.
- Olympic games: Participation in the Olympic games 2012 in London and 2016 in Rio de Janeiro.
- Ironman-wins: Multiple Ironman wins, which include Ironman Copenhagen and Ironman Lanzarote.
- German Meister: Several German Meister in the short distance triathlon category
Challenge Roth renewed this victory with a new world record time, made her career pretty much perfect, and highlighted her proud and outstanding performances.
Contexte du Challenge Roth
The Challenge Roth, a legendary triathlon race in the Bavarian city of Roth, is amongst the prestigious long distance triathlons across the globe. Since 1984, this race is attracting the elitest of triathletes as well as thousands of amateurs from all over the world. The distance consists of 3.8 kilometer swimming, 180 kilometer cycling and a concluding marathon of 42.2 kilometers. Winning this event requires not only physical strength and stamina but also the right mindset. The Challenge Roth is additionally popular for the fact that apart from world records, more and more personal records are achieved. For instance, the German triathlete Laura Philipp - ranked second at this year's Challenge Roth - recorded her new personal record, and crossed the finish line after 8:25:31 hours.
The magical atmosphere along the route and the phenomenal support from the locals make the Challenge Roth a unique experience. Many athletes aspire to participate in this renowned and prestigious race, and to break their personal records.
ANNE'S IMPRESSIONS ABOUT RUNNING
To learn more about Anne's experiences and impressions during the race, we asked her a few questions. Below are her answers:
What was the most beautiful but unexpected moment during Challenge Roth, which had nothing to do with the race as such? It could be a smile from one of the onlookers or may be a spectacular view?
"Well, it is probably not unexpected as such but I am always fascinated by the unimaginable warmth that is bestowed upon everybody in Roth. For the first time, I got to know a homestay family for my bike mechanic. They were about 80 years old and welcomed us with such naturalness, open-mindedness towards youth and warmth, that I never experienced anything like it before.”
When, during your race, you have a brief moment for self-reflection, what do you think about? Do you have any special thoughts or mantras that help you to stay focussed?
"During any second of the race, whenever I had a touch of doubt or exhaustion, I told myself: today is the day…. the day for which you have trained for so many years, and you will probably never get this chance again.”
Is there any specific meal or any favourite dish that you indulge in after such a strenuous race? How does your ultimate post-race cheat day look like?
"So, the VIP lounge in Roth is an absolute culinary highlight. I once ate through the entire menu from left to right after the race.”
When you are not contesting the Challenge Roth in world record time, what do you otherwise do in 8 hours, 2 minutes and 38 seconds? How do you spend a relaxed day apart from training and races?
"I am currently enjoying my calm and peaceful life in my adoptive country Lanzarote, surrounded by my loved ones.”
With her new world record at Challenge Roth, Anne Haug has not only highlighted her participation in triathlons, but also shown that hard work, a positive attitude and adequate regeneration can lead to some exceptional performances. Heartiest congratulations, Anne! We are proud to have you on our side as a Reboots athlete.
