There was no shortage of special moments in the triathlon community this year — even without the usual buzz of packed crowds on race day. Still, the buzz for the sport online was better than ever.
At no point was that more evident than when Chris Nikic became the first person with Down syndrome to complete an IRONMAN triathlon in early November.
Here’s a look at some of our most popular social media posts from 2020, starting with the unquestioned best moment of the year.
Chris Nikic Becomes First Person with Down Syndrome to Complete an IRONMAN
The “Iron Nun” Turns 90
Who Needs a Swimming Pool?
Triathletes Get Creative in Quarantine
A Powerful Display of Sportsmanship
New Year, New You
The Athlete Inside
Record-Breaking Treadmill Run
Black Lives Matter
Balancing Act from Katie Ledecky
Throwback: A Legend is Born
Here’s the Deal with those Monoliths
Friendly Race Spectator
Something’s Not Adding Up with those Workouts…
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