TT099: Olympian Richard Murray

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TT099: Olympian Richard Murray

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Jun 5, 2018

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South African Richard Murray is in the midst of a successful ITU career and in 2016 he finished 4th in the Olympics. We talk about his career in triathlon and the path that led him to where he is today.

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Jun 5, 2018

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Triathlon training advice and interviews with expert guests. For triathletes, runners, cyclists and all endurance athletes.

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56 min listen

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TT099: Olympian Richard Murray

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