# Episode 13  - Ironman South Africa Recap

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Published: 2026-04-22T20:28:17+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3141

## Resource

Harry and Andrew Horsfall-Turner discuss post-Ironman reflections, challenges of public swimming, pre-race preparation and travel, race day experiences including swim, bike, and running challenges, and the impact of wind conditions on the bike course. The conversation covers Andrew's struggle on the course, emotional challenges, post-race reflection, and Harry's training camp experiences and upcoming challenges. Takeaways Challenges of public swimming require adaptability and flexibility Pre-race preparation and travel play a crucial role in race day performance Emotional support plays a crucial role in overcoming race struggles. Post-race reflection is a mix of disappointment and positive takeaways. Chapters 00:00 Post-Ironman Reflections 06:04 Pre-Race Preparation and Travel 14:02 Race Day: Bike and Wind Conditions 19:57 Race Day: Transition to Run 28:02 Struggling on the Course 35:09 Post-Race Reflection 44:59 Training Camp and Challenges

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