Next up in 'Behind the best' – our quick-fire Q&A series – we learn all about triathlon legend Javi Gómez Noya by speaking to his wife, Anneke Jenkins.

Next up in the ‘Behind the best’ series is Petra Kuříková. We’ve recruited the mother of our Czech triathlete to tell us about her daughter growing up, how she feels watching her compete today and to send us the mandatory childhood pictures too.

US track star Joe Klecker is a 7-time All-American, a 2-time NCAA runner-up, and, just like his mom Janis, he's also an Olympian. We speak to her about what her son was like as a youngster and what it means to see him competing on the biggest stage of all – almost 30 years after she did the same.

Our new article series, ‘Behind the best’, speaks to those closest to our athletes for an exclusive look at their history and character. First up is Swiss athlete Max Studer. Get to know one of triathlon’s most exciting prospects from the people who raised him: his parents.

For Edson Kumwamba, trail running is more than just a passion. It’s a place where his spirituality finds peace. Where forgiveness is learned. And where the world becomes a smaller, friendlier place.

Olympian Chris Thompson has spent over two decades in elite running. While his ambition still burns bright, thoughts are turning to a new life. Running has equipped him to look ahead with confidence.

Owen Edobor thought he’d left running behind. Then it caught up with him again – and he hasn’t stopped moving forward.

Fashion stylist and model SiuHei Chung moved from Hong Kong to London in August 2020. Alone in a new country, they used their lifelong dedication to running to explore their new surroundings and alleviate the difficulties of pandemic life.

Meet the British sprinter balancing work and study with her ambitions for international running success.