This type of event had not been seen before, and would not have been possible without the production, engineering, and technical effort from all involved.
Press Releases
Defy Your Impossible Winners Announced
With the successful conclusion of the Pho3nix Sub7 and Sub8 Project, Powered by Zwift, the Pho3nix Foundation and Mana Global are pleased to announce the winners for the Defy Your Impossible campaign.
Kristian Blummenfelt Defies the Impossible to Break Sub7
Two-time world champion and Olympic gold medalist Kristian Blummenfelt made history today, becoming the first man to complete a full distance triathlon under seven hours.
Kat Matthews creates history as the first woman to break Sub8
Vice world champion Kat Matthews today became the first woman to finish a full distance triathlon in under eight hours
Final Start Lists
Look out for these pacemakers over the course of today as they spur our champion four onwards in the race against the clock.
Sub7 Sub8 Saturday Wrap
It’s the calm before the storm that is the Pho3nix Sub7 and Sub8 Project, Powered by Zwift.
What is Mana Global?
Working hand-in-hand with the Pho3nix Foundation, Mana Global saw the development of the Sub7 and Sub8 through from a casual dinner conversation three years ago to the behemoth endeavor it has become.
Sub7 Sub8 Friday Wrap
At the Pho3nix Sub7 and Sub8 Project, Powered by Zwift, today was yet another day of swim, bike and run, with race day finally confirmed as happening on June 5th.
Inside the Mind of a Sub7 and Sub8 Contender
As race day looms ever nearer, our four athletes are starting to feel the enormity of the task they have taken upon themselves.
Pacemakers: The Support Teams Behind the Athletes
More so than new personal experiences, becoming a pacemaker at the Pho3nix Sub7 and Sub8 Project, Powered by Zwift is a chance to support the athlete they believe in.
Excerpts from the Sub7 and Sub8 Press Conference
Here are a few choice excerpts from the press conference for the Pho3nix Sub7 and Sub8 Project, Powered by Zwift.
Sub7 Sub8 Thursday Wrap
Things are picking up as we get deeper into Race Week. With the countdown clock at T-minus three days, the athletes continue to dial in what they believe can bring them success on race day. Four-time triathlon world champion Chris “Macca” McCormack broke down the run...
Sub7 Sub8 Wednesday Wrap
It’s Day 2 of the Sub7 and Sub8 race week! By now, all of our athletes and pacemakers have had a chance to cycle on the Dekra Lausitzring, the main venue for the audacious attempt. One common reaction: “It’s fast!”
BMC is bringing the bike speed to the Sub7 and Sub8 Project
Mana Global and the Pho3nix Foundation today are pleased to announce a partnership with BMC Switzerland.
Maurten Announced as Fuelling Partner for SUB7 SUB8
Maurten Announced as Fuelling Partner for SUB7 SUB8. Since 2015, Maurten’s nutritional innovations have changed the game and helped rewrite the record books.
ALISTAIR BROWNLEE RULED OUT OF SUB7 ATTEMPT
Dual Olympic champion and Sub7 aspirant Alistair Brownlee has been ruled out of the Pho3nix Sub7Sub8 Project, powered by Zwift due to a stress response in his hip that requires immediate treatment.
THE EQUIPMENT THAT WILL PROPEL SPIRIG AND MATTHEWS TO SUB8 PERFORMANCES
Aside from the talent and fitness of our champion athletes Nicola Spirig and Kat Matthews, use of technology and strategy are seen as key in the attempt to finish a full distance triathlon in under eight hours at the Pho3nix Sub8 Project, Powered by Zwift.
A GLIMPSE INTO BLUMMENFELT’S SUB7 STRATEGY & TECHNOLOGY BROWNLEE WAS BRINGING
We draw the curtain back for a glimpse into how these two triathlon stars are dialling in their respective attempts to go Sub7.
Donations raised from Sub7 Sub8 to help kids into sport
Donations raised from Sub7 Sub8 to help kids into sport
Pho3nix Sub7 & Sub8 Project timed to perfection with Garmin
In the ultimate race against the clock and history, the Pho3nix Foundation and Mana Global are proud to announce a strategic relationship with Garmin® for the Pho3nix Sub7 & Sub8 Project, Powered by Zwift.
Sub7 & Sub8 athletes announce the final pacemakers to their teams
Featuring Olympians, world champions and professional marathoners names as pacemakers for Sub7 Sub8 teams