Vincent Luis says goodbye to short distance
Vincent Luis, two-time world champion, has said goodbye to the short distance in the Torremolinos Triathlon Grand Final.
The Frenchman, who announced his retirement from the sport in February, crossed the finish line with tears in his eyes, marking the end of an era for triathlon.
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An emotional farewell in Torremolinos
The French triathlete, who has dominated the short distance for several years, decided to end his career in this modality after a series of health problems that have affected him in recent times.
The Grand Final of Torremolinos, where Hayden Wilde he took the victory and Alex Yee proclaimed world champion 2024, was the stage chosen by Vincent Luis to say goodbye.
After finishing the race, Vincent Luis He said goodbye to his teammates in tears, making it clear that his future will be in longer distances.
Although he has not yet confirmed his plans for 2025, everything points to us seeing him competing in middle-distance events, where he has already achieved important results.
A promising future in longer distances
The words of Vincent Luis confirm that his passion for triathlon remains intact. The Frenchman, known for his explosiveness and ability to suffer, has shown confidence in his potential over longer distances.
Everything seems to indicate that he will be a prominent figure in the T100 Triathlon World Tour 2025, where he is expected to compete strongly in several 70.3 events. There are even rumours that he might consider taking on long distance events in the near future.
What is clear is that Vincent Luis He remains a world-class athlete and his presence in middle-distance events will be a major draw for triathlon fans.
