Escape from Alcatraz|| Race Recap

[@julimov24]

I didn’t hear any excuses Ben… just honest thoughts about your performance. You’ll get it right for sure very soon! Best of luck man, keep training hard 💪

[@NickGoldston]

I don’t hear any excuses. Great job and looking forward to you’re build back from these past couple races

[@alvaroalverde2003]

Ben I didn’t see any excuses thanks for taking the time of taking a picture with me after a difficult result nothing but respect and admiration for you your fan from 🇲🇽 looking forward to see you in another race

[@amims74]

Great f**king video! Makes me want to do it next year

[@richardnoe3965]

It was my first year doing this race. Had an absolutely amazing time. I saw you throughout the race (jump from the boat, I was going up a hill on the bike and you were coming down, I was finishing the bike and you were finishing the run)- obviously way in front of me- but it was cool though. I know it doesn’t mean much from me- but your race was solid man. Hope to do it again and again and again for many years to come. You’ll be back on top before long. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@Zooga_Boy]

Ben's dad's answer at the beginning of the video is probably the best answer I've ever heard to any question ever.

[@bodhizafa6323]

Massive respect for the humility. Even Superman can have a slight off day.

[@marciomvp9458]

Thanks for the update. Just a bump in the way. You are doing great!

[@DG-jq7il]

Congrats to Eric, he looked really good, as did the rest of the podium. Hard races are learning experiences and as you said, it's part of the sport.

[@stevecollins5700]

I rarely see things on videos from the pros that I can relate to, but I can certainly relate to having those days where you're just not sure why you didn't perform up to your potential. I'm sorry you had one of those kinds of days but it's nice to know I'm not alone. Thanks for posting.

[@sicbul]

It was inspiring seeing you and other pros on the race course. You can see why you are pro compared to most of us the armature athletes. Keep hammering

[@sonny-balboa]

Thanks for the honesty as always Ben, your a true champ! As a keen AG and lover of Triathlon, your opinions and analysis offer me so much insight and wisdom. Thanks for taking the time to share, its super appreciated! Onwards and upwards...

[@YTC60]

Thanks for sharing your assessment Ben, love seeing you at any race. You always have a kind word for fans, much appreciated. Looking forward to seeing you later in the season smashing it. 👍

[@dloft18]

Such an awesome race Ben, getting in the ferry I found myself accidentally in the top floor where it turns out was the pro floor so my day was made just seeing you and Eric and Jason and Greg in person but being able to holler at you guys during the race while being in the same portion of it was wild! No excuses just your personal accountability showing up. Cheers

[@gabeduran8321]

You are a GREAT Man Ben, you will figure it out and you will prevail! GG!

[@billtalleyrealestate2966]

Super job. Any day you can make it to the Stage/podium is a great day. So many folks never make it up there. This is such a hard sport and when someone has a magical day they can be hard to beat. See you there next year.

[@mikegogel381]

Thank you for an honest race report. Good luck in your future races.

[@zacharyharper9860]

Thank you for posting this Ben, I love watching your post race videos to learn from you. Especially at a course like Alcatraz, did it last year and can’t wait to make it in again.

[@zekevfab]

Man, so many of us dream to become professional, but really that is a tough job... Kudos for you to still finish strong on a bad day Ben!

[@TheJacobBennett]

Eric needed a win I’ve heard him say I’m worrying about all the things that can go wrong…… but that’s ok….. I mean I only see everything going perfect and me winning going into races….. so congrats to Eric and hopefully this changes his perspective on things going bad….. dudes a stud and should be thinking how he’s gona tear the course up and go after the top guys! My advice to you Ben…. Go all out man as your the guy to beat…. Training and In the race…. I look up to ya and your ability to swim…. I’ve never felt comfortable in the water! Keep your head up and think 🤔….. if you were at your best now you prob won’t be at your best late season! Keep progressing!

[@normanwoods8844]

This is why I am such a fan! Also as an elite athlete your so level, I could not tell if you won or loss right after the race. That's championship stuff!👍🏾

[@PendolaTraining]

Let’s hit it! The mindset of a champion in victory or defeat

[@joshuabarkey2592]

Good stuff Ben. Reset, dominate second half of the year.

[@jamesbockey1624]

Great video, keep pushing 👊🏻

[@davidhelms6653]

Solid video. Hell yes.

[@timobrien256]

Great to hear from Ben’s parents….thanks!

[@guillermomorbelli2005]

And the excuses? Thanks for video! Nice breakdown of the race. What do you use to measure power on the run?

[@hickorynotch]

You're beating yourself up to much. Tough race. Take some time off and relax. Thanks for the insight on a tough amazing race. You did great.

[@andymurfitt3739]

Like your honesty Ben, shows that you are human like the rest of us!

[@triroo107]

Haters will always hate…. Keep being Ben… good things will come, 2023 should be fun 👍💪🙏😂🇺🇸🥂

[@chrisstrider]

Proud parents You guys are blessed with a great life

[@Terrilyn_Austen]

I didn't hear excuses I heard you disecting a race performace. Where do you get your race kits and hat?

[@KS-go2ig]

Slightly off topic but did anyone else notice the Union Jack behind Ben Dad at the start is upside down?

[@dianes.1909]

Ben, it really sounds like you have the after effects of the Rona. You want to go but the body does not cooperate.

[@cdnnurse01]

Adrenal Fatigue??? Rest up and take care, great video, no excuses that I heard, keep going forward

[@TheFitDragon]

You are getting older, you don't need to swim, bike, and run everyday anymore. You have the endurance, it's just about maintaining power and speed.

[@Steven-ko6ky]

Perhaps it's time to get some blood testing done, or maybe you just need a short break from training. Detraining the body now could set you up for a solid second half of the year. I also notice you seem to have one race tactic and that is trying to race from the front. Makes sense in these shorter distances, but makes me wonder if having a more conservative 70.3 bike plan would set you up for a stronger run. Anyways, I'm just throwing ideas out there and probably have no idea what I'm talking about. I have a feeling you'll crush the next one. Go get it man!

[@brendanh9719]

i dont know how you are not scared to swim in that water with all those sharks lmao

[@danielmcparland173]

Simple case of overbiking perhaps? Riding too hard to stay with the leader hence fading at the end of the bike and struggling on the run

[@danielalgarra735]

Cero excuses, thanks for sharing