Kat Matthews, On's new triathlon signing
On has announced the signing of British triathlete Kat Matthews to its global team, adding one of the leading figures in long-distance professional triathlon.
The Swiss brand thus reinforces its commitment to high-level triathlon with an established athlete in the distance. HOMBRE DE HIERRO and a regular protagonist at major international events.
One of the leading figures in long-distance running
Kat matthews She turned professional in 2019 and her progress was immediate. Just four months after starting to train full-time, she won the European title, a result that marked the beginning of a consistent career at the elite level.
In recent years, it has become one of the strongest competitors in long-distance running. multiple silver medalist in world championships and has set several of the best records in full distance.
In 2025 he won in the IRONMAN Texas with a time of 8:10:34 and subsequently lowered his personal best to 8:05:13, placing itself among the current benchmarks of the international circuit.
The precedent of the Under-8 and the definitive leap
Matthews was also part of the project Phoenix Sub8where he completed the distance in 7:31:57 within an optimized environment. That performance reinforced his profile as an athlete capable of performing at his limit in the most demanding scenarios.
His strength combines tactical discipline, analytical skills during races, and one of the most competitive final half marathons on the current scene.
The return after the 2022 accident
One of the defining moments of his career was the serious accident suffered in 2022 during training. The recovery was long and complex, but he returned to the highest competitive level.
Since then, he has returned to the international podium and has delivered outstanding performances in long-distance world championships, consolidating an image of consistency and resilience within professional triathlon.
The British actress arrives at On after to defend the world title in the IRONMAN Pro Series 2025, a circuit that brings together the best in the world in middle and long distance and where Matthews has shown her competitive consistency.
What does this move mean for On?
With the incorporation of Kat matthewsOn continues to expand its presence in professional triathlon, especially in long distance, where media visibility and performance go hand in hand.
The British rider will face the 2026 season with a new technical sponsor, in a calendar which will once again be marked by major events HOMBRE DE HIERRO and the main international series.
This signing also confirms the growing interest of running brands in establishing themselves in elite triathlon, a market that is becoming increasingly competitive both in sporting and commercial terms.
